Pattaya · SpringMonth summary
Pattaya weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
27°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
66% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
December (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Pattaya in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: May is a good time to visit Pattaya. December remains slightly better (+1.1 pts).
By trip type
Pattaya in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 29°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Pattaya Spring marks the start of the good season in Pattaya. Temperatures rise (32°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 66% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. December (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 23°C | 31°C | 27% | 1.2 | 11.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 24°C | 31°C | 34% | 1.8 | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 26°C | 32°C | 39% | 2.2 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 27°C | 33°C | 43% | 2.7 | 11.7h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ May | 27°C | 32°C | 66% | 5.4 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ June | 27°C | 31°C | 62% | 3.9 | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ July | 27°C | 30°C | 75% | 5.3 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ August | 27°C | 30°C | 68% | 4.5 | 9.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 26°C | 30°C | 80% | 8.2 | 8.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 25°C | 30°C | 80% | 8.2 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 24°C | 30°C | 46% | 3.4 | 10.7h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ December | 24°C | 31°C | 19% | 0.9 | 10.9h | 8.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Pattaya averages 32°C, 66% rainy days and 10.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs December (best month)
The best month is December (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -47%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Pattaya in May
Is May a good time to visit Pattaya?
May is an acceptable time for Pattaya (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider December (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Pattaya in May?
Yes, 66% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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