What is the weather like in Koh Samui in May?

Expect temperatures between 24°C and 28°C with 41% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Koh Samui in May?

Koh Samui in May scores 59/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Koh Samui in May?

May in Koh Samui is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Koh Samui Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 14

Avg Low

24°C

Coolest around day 5

Rainy Days

31days

41% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

31.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Koh Samui coastline

Essential Travel Info for Koh Samui

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

THB

฿ Thai baht

Language

Thai

Driving

Left side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.098

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Low Traffic

21/ 100

Traffic Index

Quieter airport

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Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

11 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Thailand.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

There is no longer active cholera transmission and vaccine is not recommended.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Thailand.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Thailand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Thailand.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Koh Samui?

👌Good option with minor considerations(59/100)

Short Answer

Storm season alert for Koh Samui in May: beyond the 28°C, 41% rain averages, hurricane risk requires travel insurance and schedule flexibility.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

31.9°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Peak tourist season

92% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Plenty of sunshine

10.2h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Photographers
81% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Koh Samui in May averages 28°C with 41% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Koh Samui in May

What are the temperatures in Koh Samui in May?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Koh Samui in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Koh Samui in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Koh Samui?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Koh Samui Weather in May