Best Time to Visit Bangkok
Best time to visit Bangkok: January and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bangkok
Go in January and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Bangkok month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 91° | 73° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 93° | 77° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 94° | 80° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 96° | 82° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 92° | 80° | 8,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 91° | 79° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 78° | 10,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 78° | 8,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 89° | 78° | 9,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 89° | 77° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 88° | 74° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 90° | 74° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Bangkok compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bangkok.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siem Reap | 226 mi | 82°F | 33°F cooler | 66 in |
| Angkor | 227 mi | 82°F | 33°F cooler | 72 in |
| Angkor Wat | 227 mi | 82°F | 33°F cooler | 72 in |
| Koh Samui | 295 mi | 78°F | 38°F cooler | 58 in |
| Mekong River | 324 mi | 80°F | 36°F cooler | 83 in |
Best time to visit each attraction in Bangkok
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit each airport in Bangkok
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bangkok is a city in Thailand. Bangkok is known for Grand Palace, street food and canals. It has a population of about 10.7 million.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Bangkok with overcast. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 79°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Bangkok is January and December. The climate is tropical. May, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
The closest major airport is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), about 17 mi away. Nearby highlights include Grand Palace, Angkor and Angkor Wat.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 97°F is 7.7°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bangkok today at 9.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Bangkok right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:19 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 97° / 79°
Thunderstorm · 86% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 82° / 77°
Light showers · 92% rain · wind 3 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bangkok?
Bangkok is a city in Thailand. Its coordinates are 13.7563, 100.5018. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Bangkok right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
January and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Bangkok, which has a tropical climate. May, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bangkok in?
Bangkok observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 7:19 PM.
How many people live in Bangkok?
Bangkok has a population of approximately 10.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Bangkok?
The closest airports are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 17 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bangkok?
Popular options include Grand Palace, Angkor and Angkor Wat.
What places are in Bangkok?
Bangkok covers 2 places in this atlas, including Grand Palace and Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 7:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
