Weather in Phuket in May

May in Phuket is a month with very unpredictable weather, as it marks the beginning of the "rainy season". Despite this, you should not worry too much about this characteristic.

Temperatures remain above 30°C during the day and do not drop below 25°C at night. Although it is getting a little cooler by local standards, for tourists the weather is still warm and even hot during the day. In the tropics, the sun continues to be very strong, so it is important to use sunscreen. Cloudy weather can hide strong solar radiation, making the risk of sunburn especially high, even if you think the sun is not that intense.

Benefits of a holiday in May

Holidays in Phuket in May offer several significant advantages. Firstly, the flow of tourists has already decreased this month, so the beaches and tourist areas are less crowded. This allows you to enjoy a more secluded and peaceful holiday. Secondly, the prices for renting apartments, villas and cars also decrease, which gives you the opportunity to save a little on your trip. Although the rainy season begins, the rains in May are usually short-lived and not constant, often falling in the evening or at night. This leaves the daytime hours free for sunny walks and swimming. The sea remains warm, which makes swimming especially pleasant. Finally, Phuket's nature in May comes to life after the drought and blooms, creating picturesque landscapes that make holidays on the island even more attractive.

Disadvantages of a holiday in May

Firstly, May marks the start of the rainy season, with precipitation becoming more frequent. Although the rains are often short-lived, they can significantly limit time spent on the beach and enjoying the outdoors. Also during this month, the likelihood of monsoon rains and strong winds gradually increases towards the second half of the month, leading to rough seas and making swimming difficult on the island’s west coast. Some beaches may have red flags warning against swimming due to dangerous conditions. Also, the tourist season is just beginning to wane, and crowds on the most popular beaches can sometimes be surprisingly crowded.

Available excursions in May

The Similan Islands and Surin Islands are open until May 15, then these national parks will be closed until October 15. Sea and land excursions in all directions are carried out according to the schedule. It is important to understand that rain is not a dangerous phenomenon and excursions are not cancelled due to rain. . It may be in the morning, and by lunchtime you will already be enjoying the sun. So just take a raincoat with you just in case. On stormy days (strong wind and waves) , sea excursions are cancelled , according to the recommendations of the Meteorological Center. Take this into account when planning an excursion holiday and do not postpone purchase excursions for the last days of vacation, so that there is an opportunity to reschedule tours. The weather does not interfere with land excursions , evening shows and entertainment in Phuket, so they are rarely cancelled.