The month of May is tropically hot, with average sea temperatures never dropping below 30 degrees Celsius, while the average daily temperature also stays at 30 degrees. Average highs peak at 33 degrees while lows go down at about 27. Despite the 8 hours of daily sunshine, May is one of the rainiest months of the year in Ko Samet, with 190mm of rain spread through 15 days during the month. The tropical rains may put a dampener on some outdoor pursuits, although there's still plenty of things to enjoy.
Each year, the Rayong Fruit Festival takes place in May. In the area of Rayong, fruit production reaches its peak season and this is cause for great celebrations. During the Rayong Fruit Festival, numerous celebrations take place between the Mueang and Klaeng districts. Tourists visiting Ko Samet in May can enjoy numerous floats decorated with tasty fruits, all kinds of unique fruit contests, beauty contests, as well as a fruit and seafood tasting fair. During the Fruit Festival, the nightlife also gets a more exotic spin with fruit dancers and other lively events.
Koh Samet has a plethora of luxurious spas and massage centres that will treat tourists like royalty. The Mermaid Rayong is perhaps the island's most popular massage parlour, famous for its sensuality and excellence of service. The masseuses there are very attentive and the prices are unbeatable. There are also late-night events and adult-themed attractions for those so inclined.
Ko Samet is full of exquisite foods and top-notch spas but very few establishments merge both these qualities as successfully as Tubtim Resort Restaurant. This quiet eatery offers the best in terms of local dishes, and also provides spa services such as water massage.
As for affordable accommodation in May, very few establishments can beat TheLost Resort in terms of value for money and quality of service. With very low prices but very high quality standards, the Lost Resort has garnered fame as one of the best choices for tourists on a budget.
