Geography of Bangkok
Geography of Bangkok: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Bangkok
Siem Reap is 226 mi to the east, Angkor is 227 mi to the east, Angkor Wat is 227 mi to the east and Koh Samui is 295 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 13°45′22.7″N 100°30′6.5″E (13.7563, 100.5018)
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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 81°F (27°C) in Bangkok with light drizzle. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 78°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 91°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 9.4/10. 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.
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° | 10,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 78° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 88° | 78° | 12,1 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).
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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 81°F (27°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 87% 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 4:16 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 21, 2026 at 4:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
