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Grand Palace Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Grand Palace: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

☁️ 83°F now🕔 1:59 AM local📅 Best: January and December

Climate in Grand Palace month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January91°73°0,4 in★★★★★
February93°77°1,5 in★★★★
March94°80°2,0 in★★★★
April96°82°1,8 in★★★★
May92°80°8,7 in★★☆☆☆
June91°79°7,8 in★★★☆☆
July89°78°10,1 in★★☆☆☆
August91°78°6,0 in★★★☆☆
September88°78°12,1 in★★☆☆☆
October89°77°8,6 in★★★☆☆
November88°74°3,8 in★★★★
December90°74°0,7 in★★★★

Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Grand Palace

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day102°FApr 21, 2024
Coldest night64°FNov 29, 2025
Wettest day2,2 inMay 21, 2024

How Grand Palace compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Grand Palace.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Suvarnabhumi Airport18 mi83°F33°F cooler68 in
Siem Reap227 mi82°F33°F cooler70 in
Angkor228 mi82°F33°F cooler76 in
Angkor Wat228 mi82°F33°F cooler76 in
Koh Samui295 mi78°F38°F cooler58 in

Best time to visit Grand Palace

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.

January★★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★☆☆☆
June★★★☆☆
July★★☆☆☆
August★★★☆☆
September★★☆☆☆
October★★★☆☆
November★★★★
December★★★★

What this means for Grand Palace

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

A 82% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.

Travel and driving

Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Worth knowing

Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 39°F - an unusually even climate through the year.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • 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
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid May, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Grand Palace is a tourist attraction in Bangkok. Grand Palace is a landmark known for the Emerald Buddha temple complex.

Right now it is 83°F (29°C) in Grand Palace with overcast. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 78°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 82%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Grand Palace 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 18 mi away. Nearby highlights include Angkor and Angkor Wat.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Grand Palace today at 8.8/10. 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.

Quick facts about Grand Palace

TypeAttraction
CityBangkok
CountryThailand
ContinentAsia
Coordinates13°45′0″N 100°29′29.4″E (13.75, 100.4915)
Known forthe Emerald Buddha temple complex
Local time1:59 AM (UTC+07:00)
Best monthsJanuary and December
ClimateTropical

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Grand Palace?

Grand Palace is a tourist attraction in Bangkok. Its coordinates are 13.75, 100.4915. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Grand Palace right now?

It is currently 83°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit Grand Palace?

January and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Grand Palace, which has a tropical climate. May, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Grand Palace in?

Grand Palace observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 1:59 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Grand Palace?

The closest airports are Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 18 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Grand Palace?

Popular options include Angkor and Angkor Wat.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
MethodScores, 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 August 24, 2026 at 1:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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