May is the start of the rainy season, but there are still plenty of sunny days to enjoy the beach. Swimming and sunbathing are still popular, and the rain can provide a refreshing break from the heat. Snorkeling and diving conditions may be affected by the rain, but surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing remain popular due to the stronger winds. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May marks the beginning of the low season in Ko Pha Ngan, and the crowds at Ao Haad Khuad beach start to decrease. The Full Moon Party still takes place, but the overall number of tourists is lower than in previous months.
The average maximum temperature in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 33°. The average maximum temperature is 33° in the previous month and 33° in the next month.
The average temperature in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 30°. The average temperature ranges is 30° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 27°. The minimum temperature is 27° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Ao Haad Khuad in May are 12.6 and there are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Ao Haad Khuad in May is typically 13.7 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 30° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 15.8cm and on average there are 18 rainy days in May making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ao Haad Khuad in May is 26° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 26° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Ao Haad Khuad in May is typically 87.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.5% in the previous month and 85% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Ao Haad Khuad in May is typically 73.1%. The average relative humidity is 73.6% in the previous month and 71.1% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Ao Haad Khuad in May is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Ao Haad Khuad in May is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Ao Haad Khuad in May is from the West.
