Bangkok, Thailand
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Best Time to Visit
Bangkok

Visit in January — score 78/100 · avg high 89°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

#1
89°/72°F
5 rain days
11.3h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

February

#3
90°/74°F
9 rain days
11.6h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

March

92°/79°F
11 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

94°/80°F
14 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

May

92°/80°F
22 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

91°/79°F
26 rain days
12.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

89°/78°F
27 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

89°/78°F
27 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

88°/77°F
28 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

88°/76°F
24 rain days
11.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

November

88°/75°F
13 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

#2
88°/73°F
5 rain days
11.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7880°89°72°52311.3hVery HighAbove avg
February7282°90°74°93711.6hHighAbove avg
March6885°92°79°114311.9hHighAverage
April6186°94°80°148412.3hModerateBelow avg
May4685°92°80°2217312.6hModerateBelow avg
June4884°91°79°2615212.8hModerateBelow avg
July4783°89°78°2720112.7hModerateBelow avg
August4682°89°78°2718712.5hModerateBelow avg
September4882°88°77°2829712.1hModerateBelow avg
October4581°88°76°2423711.7hModerateBelow avg
November6281°88°75°138211.3hHighAverage
December7780°88°73°51911.2hVery HighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
58/100
High
93°F
Low
80°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Bangkok (March, April, May) brings average highs of 93°F and lows of 80°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 58/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 68/100.

Summer

Score
47/100
High
89°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Bangkok (June, July, August) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 78°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 48/100.

Fall

Score
52/100
High
88°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
21/mo
Crowds
high

Fall in Bangkok (September, October, November) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 76°F, with about 21 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 62/100.

Winter

Score
76/100
High
89°F
Low
73°F
Rain days
6/mo
Crowds
very high

Winter in Bangkok (December, January, February) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 73°F, with about 6 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Bangkok?
The best month to visit Bangkok is January, with an overall travel score of 78/100. Expect average highs of 89°F, about 5 rainy days, and very high tourist crowds.
Is Bangkok expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Bangkok are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Bangkok in December?
December in Bangkok has average highs of 88°F and lows of 73°F, with approximately 5 rainy days and 11.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 77/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Bangkok?
The most affordable time to visit Bangkok is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 45/100).

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