Chiang MaiChiang Mai
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 26 °C 2 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: January, February, November, December
Best time to visit Thailand
Thailand covers 6 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are January, February and December, when daily highs average around 29 °C. Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.
Destinations in Thailand, ranked by climate
Chiang Mai
Koh SamuiKoh Samui
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 27 °C 13 rainy days (est.) 28 °C sea
- Best months: January, February, March, December
PhuketPhuket
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 28 °C 11 rainy days (est.) 28 °C sea
- Best months: January, February, March, December
Ko Phi PhiKo Phi Phi
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 28 °C 10 rainy days (est.) 28 °C sea
- Best months: January, February, March, December
KrabiKrabi
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 28 °C 10 rainy days (est.) 28 °C sea
- Best months: January, February, March, December
BangkokBangkok
ThailandClimate score
Average high: 33 °C 2 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: January, February, November, December
Climate overview for Thailand
The highest overall climate score in Thailand goes to Chiang Mai (63/100). 4 of the 6 destinations are coastal, so beach and swimming weather is a key factor in the ranking below.
Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, January, February and December offer the most reliable conditions across Thailand.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Thailand?
Climatically the best months across Thailand are January, February and December. The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.
Which destination in Thailand has the best climate?
By overall climate score, Chiang Mai leads with 63/100 — see the full ranking below.