The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Koh Samui sees 31°C during the day with 6.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Koh Samui. Compared to April: 15 pts more rainy days, −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
32°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Koh Samui is February (6.0/10), 0.8 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Thailand
🗣️LanguageThai
💶CurrencyThai Baht (฿)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 55%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Koh Samui ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ThailandEquatorial tropical climate with a 6.0 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
9.51°N · 100.06°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Koh Samui?
February is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 7.6h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Koh Samui get in February?
Koh Samui averages 7.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Koh Samui?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Koh Samui in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Koh Samui good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Koh Samui scores 5.5/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 5.9/10.
When should you avoid Koh Samui?
October is the most difficult month to visit Koh Samui, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Koh Samui in May?
In May, the sea averages 32°C in Koh Samui: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Koh Samui in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Koh Samui (very high), with about 12.4h of daylight. Protection essential.