Thailand - When to go

There is never a bad time to enjoy Thailand as long as you like the weather hot and humid. You will almost always experience temperatures above 20°C and humidity above 70%. The most comfortable time of year for most tourists is during the cool season (November to February) when rainfall is at its lowest, though still with intermediate showers, and the temperatures are between 20 and 30°C.

Though the ‘cool season’ is the best time weather-wise to visit Thailand you may find that this is also a more expensive time to travel. This is due to high season rates at the hotels/resorts and the busy Christmas holiday period. Thailand is a very popular destination for Australian and New Zealand families and as this is their main summer holiday period hotels can fill up quickly and sometimes well in advance.

There are also numerous full moon parties, all night raves, throughout the year (more in December and January) on Thailand’s southern island and beaches. These are very popular with revellers and backpackers and can book out a whole island within weeks of their dates being announced. Be aware of their undesirable reputation with locals & international embassies and if you are interested in joining the festivities be aware that not everything is as it seems (or labelled).

For more detailed information about the climate in Thailand, take a look at our comprehensive Thailand country guide.