Khanom monthly weather and climate
Khanom · Southern Gulf of Thailand
Khanom, on the southern Gulf of Thailand, has a dry season from February through April. The rainy season runs from October through January. November can bring rough waves and flooding, with possible ferry disruptions. Weather can affect a trip spent relaxing on the beach differently from one that involves boat travel.
Before choosing your travel dates
The season summary lists the rainy season as lasting through January, but the December notes say the dry season begins late that month. These accounts differ, so this source alone does not establish exactly when the dry season starts.
When are the dry and rainy seasons?
- Best time to visit
- Feb–Apr
- Dry season
- Feb–Apr
- Rainy season
- Oct–Jan
- Hottest month
- Apr (32°C)
- Wettest month
- Oct (300 mm)
Monthly weather and climate
Use the table below to compare hotter and rainier months. These are historical climate averages, not a forecast for your travel dates or an indication that swimming is allowed or safe.
| Month | Travel rating | Temperature | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Sea conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | + Good | 25~29°C (77~84.2°F) | 75 mm | 9 days | 82% | 6 hours | Calm |
| February | ++ Very good | 25~30°C (77~86°F) | 34 mm | 4 days | 80% | 7.5 hours | Calm |
| March | + Good | 26~31°C (78.8~87.8°F) | 86 mm | 8 days | 79% | 8 hours | Calm |
| April | + Good | 27~32°C (80.6~89.6°F) | 106 mm | 11 days | 79% | 7 hours | Calm |
| May | ± Average | 27~32°C (80.6~89.6°F) | 153 mm | 17 days | 80% | 6 hours | Calm |
| June | + Good | 27~32°C (80.6~89.6°F) | 117 mm | 15 days | 78% | 5.5 hours | Calm |
| July | ± Average | 27~32°C (80.6~89.6°F) | 122 mm | 16 days | 79% | 5.5 hours | Calm |
| August | ± Average | 27~31°C (80.6~87.8°F) | 137 mm | 16 days | 80% | 5.5 hours | Calm |
| September | - Not recommended | 26~31°C (78.8~87.8°F) | 183 mm | 19 days | 83% | 4.8 hours | Moderate |
| October | - Not recommended | 26~30°C (78.8~86°F) | 300 mm | 20 days | 85% | 5 hours | Moderate |
| November | - Not recommended | 26~30°C (78.8~86°F) | 281 mm | 20 days | 86% | 5 hours | Rough |
| December | ± Average | 25~29°C (77~84.2°F) | 152 mm | 14 days | 83% | 5.5 hours | Moderate |
| Month | Weather and travel advice |
|---|---|
| January | The northeast monsoon gradually weakens, making the weather more comfortable. Some rain still falls. |
| February | This is the driest month, with clear skies and calm weather. |
| March | Hot, dry weather brings the most sunshine hours of the year. |
| April | This is the hottest month. Occasional showers arrive ahead of the rainy season. |
| May | Evening showers become more frequent as the weather shifts toward the rainy season. |
| June | Even with an active southwest monsoon, the Gulf coast is more sheltered from the wind. Brief showers are still possible. |
| July | The weather is generally clear, with occasional brief afternoon showers. |
| August | Brief storms may pass through. Conditions are much drier than on the Andaman coast at the same time of year. |
| September | Rainfall increases and skies become cloudier. This month has the fewest sunshine hours. |
| October | The approaching northeast monsoon can bring heavy rain and higher sea levels. |
| November | The rainy season peaks, bringing rough waves and a risk of flooding. Ferry services may also be disrupted. |
| December | Rain gradually decreases. The source's weather notes say the dry season starts again late in the month. |