Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in May

Khao Lak is the better pick in May — 61 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Khao Lak is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Chiang Mai is sweltering, rainy.

Chiang Mai vs Khao LakMay climate, side by side

Chiang MaiKhao Lak
Comfort score52/100 (D)61/100 (C)
Feels-like high41°C39°C
Avg high / low36° / 25°32° / 25°
Rainfall94 mm308 mm
Rainy days1227
Humidity68%86%
Air quality (AQI)6733

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in May — FAQ

Is May better in Chiang Mai or Khao Lak?
Khao Lak is the better pick in May — 61 vs 52 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Khao Lak is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Chiang Mai is sweltering, rainy.
What is the weather like in Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in May?
In May, Chiang Mai averages 36°C high / 25°C low with about 94 mm of rain; Khao Lak averages 32°C high / 25°C low with about 308 mm.