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Best Time to Visit Bangkok: Weather by Season

When to visit Bangkok — the cool season, hot season and rains, and how each affects your trip.

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Bangkok is warm year-round, but the seasons change the experience.

Cool, dry season (Nov–Feb) — best

The most comfortable months: warm days, lower humidity, little rain. Peak season, so book ahead.

Hot season (Mar–May)

Very hot and humid — pace yourself, use the air-conditioned malls and BTS, and stay hydrated.

Wet season (Jun–Oct)

Afternoon downpours rather than all-day rain, with fewer crowds and lower prices. Songkran (mid-April) is the famous water festival.

See also: the full Bangkok travel guide.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Bangkok?

November to February — the cool, dry season with the most comfortable weather.

Is the rainy season a bad time for Bangkok?

Not really — rain tends to come in short afternoon bursts, and you get fewer crowds and lower prices.

Part of our Bangkok guide.