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Long stretches of sandy beaches, fantastic sunsets, a thriving nightlife and dirt cheap accommodation and flight prices are only some of the things that have made Thailand one of the most in-demand holiday destinations from India.<\/em><\/p>\n

As with every tourist destination, there is a peak season to visit Thailand when the weather is pleasant and the crowds come pouring in. This time, usually in the winter months, is also associated with relatively higher prices of accommodation and flights. On the other hand, the month of May is associated with the rainy weather, which often means long and relentless showers all over the country.<\/em><\/p>\n

Naturally, the tourist activity sees a decline and so do the prices of accommodation and flights, making May one of the most economical months to visit Thailand. But with pouring rain across the country, is it a good idea to visit Thailand in May<\/strong>? Let\u2019s find out.<\/em><\/p>\n

Thailand\u2019s Weather In May<\/h2>\n

As mentioned earlier, Thailand experiences some serious monsoon showers during the month of May. During the early days, you can even expect to see some level of urban flooding in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Even after all this, the temperature is usually warm and with high humidity, can prove to be uncomfortable to some. In such cases, the rain may provide some much needed respite from the unrelenting heat of Thailand.<\/p>\n

It usually rains during late afternoons and evenings, with a few exceptions. Thanks to this, the dry mornings are superb for tourist activities and exploration. Moreover, while there is no place in Thailand that is completely shielded by the monsoon showers, there are a few spots that remain relatively dry. Some of these are the Koh Samui and the Koh PhaNgan islands.<\/p>\n

Why You Must Visit Thailand In May<\/h2>\n
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As mentioned earlier, the tourist crowds start thinning as the monsoon showers become more intense during May. Thanks to this, most cities are relatively empty and travelers can easily find accommodation in otherwise sold out (or unrealistically expensive) properties.<\/p>\n

Moreover, with fewer tourists, the cost of local transport is reduced dramatically. In fact, most hotels in Thailand have a separate rate list or pricing structure for the month of May and the room tariffs are usually slashed by nearly 50%.<\/p>\n

Finally, unlike other cities in Thailand, your experience in Bangkok, which is one of the most popular tourist cities in the country, will remain more or less the same, regardless of whether you visit in May or December. This is because most experiences of tourist interest in Bangkok are indoors, and remain unaffected by the monsoon showers.<\/p>\n

Festivals To Look Out For Thailand In May<\/h2>\n

If all that isn\u2019t reason enough for visiting Thailand in May, here\u2019s a list of local festivals that you can only enjoy if you schedule your visit for the month of May:<\/p>\n

1. Elephant Buffet and Jumbo Queen Contest<\/h3>\n
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Hosted by the Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo in the Sam Phran District, the festival dedicated the first day of May to celebrate the beloved elephants of the country. On this day, over 2 tons of elephant\u2019s favorite food is presented to the elephants of the zoo and a contest is held to determine the most enigmatic female elephant in the zoo.<\/p>\n

Must Read:<\/strong> 24 Spectacular Things To Do In Koh Samui For A Fulfilling Holiday<\/a><\/p>\n

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