Learn about the holiday and rainy seasons in Thailand. When is the best time to go for a beach holiday? When do tropical fruits ripen? Monthly weather, air and water temperature. Reviews of tourists.
When is the holiday season in Thailand
Thanks to the warm subequatorial climate, tourists visit Thailand all year round. There are no cold weather in this country. In seaside resorts and islands, the average air temperature is + 30 ° С. In the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, the water is warmed up from + 27 ° С to + 30 ° С.
When to go to Thailand for vacation? The high season runs from mid November to March. At this time, there is no intense heat, the sea is calm, and rains are very rare.
When is the rainy season in Thailand
The first rains begin in March. In April and May, precipitation increases, the humidity rises, and the heat makes it difficult to breathe. This climate is not suitable for everyone, so tours to Thailand in the spring are not in demand. In the second half of May, winds come to the coast, the temperature drops, and the rest becomes quite comfortable.
Low season in Thailand is not that bad. During the summer, cloudy days alternate with clear ones. There are no prolonged rains. After short and heavy downpours, the sidewalks and beaches dry up quickly and resort life goes on as usual. Although the summer months in Thailand are referred to as the rainy season, the resorts are happy to have a rest for lovers of beach activities, water sports and excursions.
Thailand's main rainy season starts in September and ends in mid-November. In the fall, even the Thais themselves do not leave the house without umbrellas. Heavy rainfall, cloudy skies and storms are not suitable for a beach holiday, so there are few tourists.
Fruit season in Thailand
When to go to Thailand for fruit? The Land of Smiles has a rich selection of fresh tropical fruits. Bananas, pineapples, papaya, rambutans, guava, chompa, pitahaya, grapes, melons, red and yellow watermelons are sold in markets and shops all year round.
Thai strawberries, tamarind, passionfruit, tangerines and jackfruits ripen in winter. The mango season in Thailand lasts from January to June, and the durian season from April to September. Since May, mangosteen and herring appear on fruit debris, in June - noina and kumquat, and in July - longan and langsat. August pleases with ripe pomelo, September with sapodilla, and October with carambola.
Thailand Monthly Weather
January
Water and air temperature. In January, very comfortable conditions for relaxation. Daytime temperature +30 ... + 31 ° С, and at night +24 ... + 25 ° С. Sea water temperature +27 ... + 28 ° С.
Weather. It is best to go on vacation to Thailand in January, when it rarely rains. Vacationers are pleased with the clear sky, calm sea and warm sea breezes.
Reviews of tourists. Many tourists come to Thailand to celebrate Christmas and New Year. Prices for tours and hotels in January are the highest of the year. Tourists note that in January there is low air humidity, so acclimatization is easy and quick.
February
Water and air temperature. At the end of winter in Thailand, the daytime temperature is +30 ... + 31 ° С, and at night +26 ... + 27 ° С. The sea is warm + 28 ... + 29 ° С.
Weather. February weather is similar to January weather, so feel free to come to Thailand on vacation. There are many clear days - 22, the rest of the time the sky is covered with light clouds. There will be only 28 mm of precipitation per month.
Reviews of tourists. High season in Thailand is good for beach holidays, excursions, boat trips, diving and snorkeling. Tourists love that the weather has no effect on plans. Minus one - the prices for vacations are still high.
March
Water and air temperature. It's already hot in Thailand in early spring. The air temperature rises to +31 ... + 32 ° С, and sea water - up to + 29 ° С.
Weather. March is a transitional month from dry season to rainy season. The sky is clear, but the number of rainy days increases to five.
Reviews of tourists. Until the intense heat began, the rest in Thai resorts was pleasant. Tourists only complain about warm nights. After sunset, the air does not have time to cool down, and there is no feeling of freshness. In March, the high season in Thailand is coming to an end, tour prices are falling, entertainment centers, attractions and beaches are empty.
April
Water and air temperature. In April, the air temperature rises to +32 ... + 34 ° С. Sometimes the thermometer rises to + 35 ° С. Sea water is warm + 30 ° С.
Weather. There are many clear days, the sun is very active and the air humidity is high. The monsoon period differs in different parts of the country. The rainy season in Pattaya is milder. The popular resort has 6 rainy days in April, 9 in Phuket and 8 to 10 in Koh Samui.
Reviews of tourists. The high season ends in April. Only those who are not afraid of extreme heat come to Thailand. There are also bonuses. You can take part in the celebration of the Thai New Year - Songkran. When choosing a room, make sure that the air conditioner is working properly.
May
Water and air temperature. The heat in Thailand is breaking all records. The air temperature in the seaside resorts is +33 ... + 34 ° С, and in the continental part of the country +35 ... + 36 ° С. The sea water is warmed up to + 30 ° С.
Weather. The number of rainy days increases to 13-17. The sun is aggressive. The air in Bangkok is especially hot - because of the heat, humidity and exhaust from transport it is hard to breathe. On the coast, the situation is much better. From the second half of the month, the winds begin to blow, and they bring freshness.
Reviews of tourists. It is difficult to be outdoors all day, so tourists take a breath under the air conditioning in hotels, restaurants, cool massage parlors and shopping centers.
June
Water and air temperature. In June, the air temperature is +31 ... + 32 ° С. The sea water temperature does not drop below + 30 ° С. It's nice to swim, but you won't be able to refresh yourself in the sea.
Weather. There is 168 mm of precipitation per month. It rains in a day or two, but usually it is short night showers that do not spoil the vacation.
Reviews of tourists. Summer in Thailand is low season. However, Thai resorts do not have the terrible torrential rains and dampness that travel agencies talk about. According to reviews, June is great for a beach holiday and excursions. Be careful - poisonous jellyfish appear in the sea during the rainy season.
July
Water and air temperature. In the middle of summer, Thailand has hot weather. Air temperature + 31 ° С, and sea water + 30 ° С.
Weather. Clear days alternate with cloudy ones. In July, 187 mm of precipitation falls. There is a lot of rain, but they are not prolonged and do not lead to floods.
Reviews of tourists. What is the opinion of tourists about the rainy season in Thailand? Contrary to pessimistic forecasts, the rest in Thai resorts in July is very good. Many say the rainy season in Thailand is drier than the typical Russian summer.
August
Water and air temperature. The air temperature remains high +30 ... + 31 ° С. The sea water is comfortable +29 ... + 30 ° С.
Weather. There are few sunny days - only 8, the rest of the time the sky is covered with clouds. The amount of precipitation remains the same as in July - 188-189 mm.
Reviews of tourists. In August, the resorts of Thailand are off-season. There are few tourists, not because it rains. At the end of summer, Europeans traditionally choose closer resorts and relax on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
September
Water and air temperature. In early autumn, the air temperature is +30 ... + 31 ° С. The sea water is warmed up to +29 ... + 30 ° С.
Weather. In September, it rains more - the number of days with precipitation increases to 13. Monsoon winds drive lead clouds, and the sky is cloudy almost all the time. Local residents and tourists regularly use umbrellas and plastic raincoats.
Reviews of tourists. According to holidaymakers, September in Thailand is not suitable for swimming and sunbathing.Take your vacation sightseeing, sample Thai food, and get a massage.
October
Water and air temperature. It is hot in the resorts +31 ... + 32 ° С. The water in the Andaman Gulf and the Siam Sea is warm +29 ... + 30 ° С.
Weather. Thailand's rainy season is in full swing in October. The amount of precipitation increases to 275 mm. Sometimes the rains can last for a day or two, and in some years, tropical downpours lead to flooding.
Reviews of tourists. According to vacationers, you can give up on a beach holiday in October. The last month of autumn is the time when it is better to go to Thailand for excursion and gastronomic tourism, acquaintance with Thai traditions and amusement parks.
November
Water and air temperature. In November, the air temperature is +30 ... + 31 ° С, and the sea water temperature is + 29 ° С.
Weather. At the end of the rainy season in Thailand, the weather changes. This takes place in the second half of November, after the colorful Buddhist holiday of Loy Krathong. There are more sunny days and the humidity decreases.
Reviews of tourists. By the end of November, the tourist flow is growing. At the beginning of the high season, there are still discounts, so many are in a hurry to relax in Thailand for a cheap price.
December
Water and air temperature. In December, the air temperature is +29 ... + 31 ° С. The sea is still warm + 28 ... + 29 ° С.
Weather. With the onset of winter, the monsoons go away and nature calms down. Two thirds of the month are clear days. It rains, but rarely.
Reviews of tourists. The holiday season is in full swing, so there are no negative reviews about holidays in Thailand. Tourists enjoy spending time on the beaches, diving, boat trips and natural parks, visiting Buddhist temples and entertainment centers.
