Thailand in May

March to May, before the monsoon, and the weather is hot and humid across Thailand, South East Asia’s famed ‘land of smiles,’ and the temperature sometimes too stifling for some, at between 27 and 36 °C (81-97 °F) in the capital, Bangkok. Temperatures are cooler in the sleepy city of Chiang Mai in the north, with lows of around 20 °C (68 °F).  Songkran (Thai New Year) occurs in the middle of April, and an already fun nation dials the good times up to 11. Varied festivities break out across the country, usually involving drinking, feasting and, probably, being drenched in water, which many find pleasantly cooling in the summer heat. 

Suggested Itineraries

Biking Across Northern Thailand

Biking Across Northern Thailand

Does the thought of simply relaxing on the beach bore you? This luxury bike tour of Northern Thailand is far from a lazy holiday. Bike through stunning mountain towns visiting small villages, ancient ruins and even the bewildering architectural marvel of the White Temple in Chiang Rai on this thrilling adventure.

Duration
10 days, 9 nights
Price Per Person
From $7,200
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Biking Mae Hong Son & the Mountain Jungles of Northern Thailand

Biking Mae Hong Son & the Mountain Jungles of Northern Thailand

See what Thailand has to offer aside from stunning white-sand beaches on this 9-day luxury biking adventure through the equally beautiful North. The region is full of bright green valleys, vibrant rice fields and jungle-covered mountains. Sleepy mountain towns, friendly hill tribes and challenging ascents await you.

Duration
9 days, 8 nights
Price Per Person
From $7,300
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Recommended Festivals & Events For Thailand in May

Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival

Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival

At the start of the rainy season, many northeastern Thai provinces make, decorate and ultimately launch their home-made rockets into the sky. This is part of the three-day Bun Bangfai festival, in which rockets are used to symbolize a 'reach-out' gesture to the Buddhist Gods up in heaven, who hopefully will deliver good fortune in return.

Pi Ta Khon

Pi Ta Khon

From the weird to the wonderful, the three-day Pi Ta Khon festival in the picturesque Thai province of Loei showcases a wide range of unique Buddhist rituals for both locals and tourists to enjoy. Don’t be surprised if you witness muddy men roaming around, large phallus parades or bizarre dances in equally interesting costumes.

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