Planning a trip to Thailand? For Bangkok’s temples and markets, compare months with less rain and less intense heat. For a beach break, check the rainy and dry seasons of the coast you plan to visit. Phuket and Koh Samui have different wettest months, so preparations depend on the destination even in the same month. Choose your region and month below for weather figures and suggested ways to spend the day.
What to enjoy this month
Visit the Grand Palace and temples in the morning, then walk beside the river before sunset. With less rain than in the wet season, it is a good time to explore Bangkok on foot.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Leave time for meals and café breaks between temples. Rain is relatively light but afternoons are hot, so visit places that require walking in the morning.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the Grand Palace and temples in the morning, then rest in a shopping mall or café during the hot afternoon. Head to the river for a walk as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Finish temple visits early, eat indoors and rest at your accommodation during the afternoon. Spread sightseeing out so you are not walking for long in the hottest hours.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
When visiting temples, find a nearby restaurant or café where you can stop. If rain arrives suddenly, take a break indoors and continue sightseeing afterwards.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Use the rail network to visit shopping malls and take café breaks. When rain eases, walk around a nearby neighbourhood and find somewhere to eat.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Rest in shopping malls or cafés during heavy rain, then explore a nearby market or the riverfront when it eases.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy sightseeing and meals within one neighbourhood rather than crossing between far-apart attractions all day. It is easier to find a place to rest when rain arrives.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
If you plan to visit markets and temples, leave some time indoors too. Have a meal nearby while you wait out heavy rain.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Spend rainy spells in cafés or shopping malls, then walk around nearby streets when rain eases. Keep the day flexible so sightseeing times can change.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
As rain decreases, this is a useful time to plan temple and market visits. Start in the morning and rest in a shopping mall or café during the afternoon.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Visit temples in the morning and walk beside the river in the evening. Take breaks during the midday heat while enjoying Bangkok’s different views.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the morning and enjoy dinner by the sea. Relatively low rainfall suits a relaxed break with sea views.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy beach walks in the morning or around sunset. Have lunch or rest at your accommodation during the hottest hours.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Take a short morning beach walk and rest at your accommodation during the afternoon. Return to the shore for dinner and a walk as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the beach in the morning and evening, with meals or breaks indoors during the day. Alternate outings with rest rather than staying outdoors all day.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at accommodation near the beach, then go out for a walk when rain eases. You can enjoy time by the sea without travelling far.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Eat indoors during heavy rain and walk along a nearby beach when it eases. Choose your walking time from the day’s weather rather than fixing it in advance.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Have meals near the beach and rest at your accommodation. When rain stops, head to the nearby shore to enjoy the sea views.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy meals and breaks near your accommodation, with short walks when rain eases. This reduces repeated journeys to distant places.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Rest indoors during heavy rain and choose your beach-walking time according to the weather.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
For a seaside break, plan time at your accommodation too. When rain eases, go out to a nearby beach or restaurant.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
After the wetter months, this is a good time for seaside walks and meals in town. Use the morning and evening for outdoor activities.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Take a morning beach walk and rest indoors during the day. Return to the shore in the evening to enjoy sea views away from the hottest hours.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Explore Chiang Mai’s Old City and temples on foot. Enjoy daytime sightseeing and take an extra layer if you go out early or in the evening.
What to bear in mind
Mornings and nights are much cooler than the daytime. Take a light layer if you go out early or return late.
What to enjoy this month
Start an Old City walk in the morning and rest in a café during the day. Breaks between temples help you avoid the midday heat.
What to bear in mind
Mornings and nights are much cooler than the daytime. Take a light layer if you go out early or return late.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the Old City and temples in the morning, then visit cafés or indoor exhibitions during the hot afternoon. Go out for another walk as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Finish temple visits early and take your time over a meal indoors during the afternoon. Avoid putting every long walk into the same day.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
When visiting temples, find nearby cafés or indoor exhibitions too. Rest indoors when it rains and continue sightseeing afterwards.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Rest in a café or visit an indoor exhibition, then walk through the Old City when rain eases.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
If it rains during an Old City walk, stop in a nearby café. Adjust the time you spend exploring on foot to the weather.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy cafés and indoor exhibitions during heavy rain. Continue temple visits or Old City walks once it eases.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Plan temple visits together with café breaks. This lets you continue your day without travelling far in the rain.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Visit an indoor exhibition or rest in a café, then head into the Old City when rain eases. Group nearby places together to make rainy journeys easier.
What to bear in mind
Leave time to shelter from rain and keep indoor alternatives, rather than filling the day with outdoor activities.
What to enjoy this month
Explore temples and the Old City, then stop at a café. Relatively low rainfall makes this a useful time for sightseeing on foot.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy walking through the Old City and visiting temples. Mornings and nights can feel cooler than the daytime, so pack a light extra layer.
What to bear in mind
Mornings and nights are much cooler than the daytime. Take a light layer if you go out early or return late.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the morning and have dinner in Old Town. You can also give beach relaxation and town visits separate days.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Combine beach walks with Old Town sightseeing. Rain is relatively light but midday is hot, so leave time for meals or indoor breaks.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the beach and Old Town in the morning or late afternoon. Eat indoors or rest at your accommodation during the hottest hours.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Take a morning beach walk, then rest at your accommodation during the hottest part of the day. Visit Old Town as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Eat in Old Town and rest at your accommodation. Keep beach walks short and go out when rain eases.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Eat indoors or rest at your accommodation while it rains, then explore nearby places once it eases.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Plan time to rest near the beach as well as meals in Old Town. Arrange outdoor sightseeing around the day’s rain forecast.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at your accommodation during heavy rain. When it eases, eat nearby and take a short walk.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy meals in Old Town and a day with indoor breaks. Choose outdoor times according to the rain forecast.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Plan meals and rest near your accommodation rather than distant sightseeing trips. Walk along the beach when rain eases.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Have a meal in Old Town or rest at your accommodation, then explore the beach when the weather allows. Set sightseeing times from the day’s forecast.
What to bear in mind
Clear weather is less certain during the seasonal transition. Look at the forecast before making outdoor bookings.
What to enjoy this month
Take a morning seaside walk and rest at your accommodation during the day. Have dinner in Old Town to enjoy both beach and town.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the morning or around sunset, taking in the sea and cliffs. Rest at your accommodation during the day for an unhurried beach holiday.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy the sea views on a beach walk. Midday is hot, so walk in the morning or go out again in the late afternoon.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the morning and rest at your accommodation during the day. Return to the shore in the cooler late afternoon.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the beach in the morning and late afternoon, with meals and breaks indoors during the day. Save sightseeing that involves long walks for less hot hours.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at your accommodation and walk to a nearby beach when rain eases. Keep outdoor times flexible around the weather.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at your accommodation when it rains, then have a meal nearby or take a short walk when it eases.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy your beach holiday with meals and breaks close to your accommodation. Decide when to go to the shore from the day’s weather.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Rest indoors during heavy rain. When it eases, enjoy the sea views from a nearby beach.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Include time at your accommodation in your plans. Take beach walks when rain eases.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Have meals and breaks close to your accommodation rather than travelling far. Go to the shore when rain eases to reduce time spent travelling.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Take your time resting or eating nearby. Choose beach-walking times according to the day’s rain forecast.
What to bear in mind
Clear weather is less certain during the seasonal transition. Look at the forecast before making outdoor bookings.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at your accommodation during the day and walk along the beach in the morning or evening. You can enjoy sea and cliff views without spending long outside in the hottest hours.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Plan time to rest at your accommodation as well as outings to the nearby beach. Stay indoors during rain and go out again once it eases.
What to bear in mind
Clear weather is less certain during the seasonal transition. Look at the forecast before making outdoor bookings.
What to enjoy this month
Walk beside the sea in the morning and rest at your accommodation during the day. This suits a holiday combining beach walks and relaxation.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Walk beside the sea in the morning or late afternoon, with a meal or rest at your accommodation during the day.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Take beach walks in the morning or evening and rest at your accommodation during the hot afternoon. Breaks between meals and outings reduce time outdoors at midday.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the less hot hours. Eat indoors or rest at your accommodation during the day, then go out again as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Long walks around midday can be tiring in the heat. Carry water and take breaks in the shade between outings.
What to enjoy this month
Explore the beach in the morning and rest at your accommodation during the day. You can enjoy sea views while avoiding the midday heat.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Alternate beach walks with time to rest at your accommodation. Eat indoors during hot hours and go out again as the sun gets lower.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Enjoy a holiday relaxing at your accommodation and looking out to sea. If you want to walk, go out in the morning or evening rather than the hot afternoon.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Walk along the beach in the morning, then rest at your accommodation. Return to the shore in the evening to avoid the midday heat.
What to bear in mind
Even with less rain, midday is hot and showers are possible. Pack a hat and a light umbrella.
What to enjoy this month
Rest at your accommodation or eat indoors during heavy rain. When it eases, take a short walk nearby.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Leave plenty of time to rest at your accommodation and enjoy meals nearby. Arrange outdoor sightseeing around the day’s rain forecast.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
What to enjoy this month
Take your time over meals indoors and rest at your accommodation. When rain eases, go for a short walk nearby.
What to bear in mind
Check wind and waves as well as rain. Adjust plans to boat operating decisions and swimming prohibitions at the beach.
These figures average observations from 1991–2020. Use them to compare hotter and wetter months, then check the forecast for your actual travel dates before departure.
Rain falls sharply from November. December and January average about 27°C, cooler than April, making this a useful time for the Grand Palace, temples and riverfront walks. Daytime highs still exceed 32°C.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →November–February is drier than September and October, with average highs around 30–31°C. Combine beach walks with meals in town; December and January have especially little rain.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →November–January averages around 22–25°C, pleasant for exploring the temples and Old City on foot. December and January lows fall to about 16–17°C, so bring a layer for mornings and nights.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →December–March is drier than the summer and autumn wet season, suiting beach breaks and Old Town visits. February has the least rain at 24.0mm, while March’s average high exceeds 34°C.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →December–March follows the wetter September and October and suits beach breaks among the limestone cliffs. February has the least rain; in March, walk in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →Unlike Phuket, Koh Samui is wettest in October–December, so February–April is a better fit for a beach holiday. February has the least rain at 64.3mm; April is hotter, so walk early or late and rest indoors at midday.
Monthly weather, suggestions and cautions →Drier months make temple and market walks easier to plan than in the wet season. However, midday can still be hot in the dry season, so save outdoor sightseeing for morning or around sunset. Visit shopping malls or rest in cafés and at your accommodation during the afternoon to break up the heat.
In the rainy season, include meals and indoor breaks rather than a whole day outdoors. Wait nearby indoors during heavy rain and go out again once it eases. For swimming or boat trips, check wind and wave forecasts as well as rain. Follow local swimming prohibitions and boat operators’ instructions.
Regional seasons and what to pack →No. Northern and central Thailand, the Andaman coast and the southern east coast have different wetter months. If choosing between Phuket or Krabi and Koh Samui, compare rainfall for the month you plan to travel.
Not necessarily. Eat or rest indoors during heavy rain and explore nearby places when it eases. Keep outdoor sightseeing times flexible. Swimming, boat journeys and island tours may need to change or be cancelled according to the day’s weather and local instructions, so read cancellation and change terms when booking.
No. The figures average weather observed during 1991–2020. They help compare travel months but do not predict the weather on your trip. Check the Thai Meteorological Department’s actual forecast for your dates before departure.
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