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Sakon Nakhon Climate by Month

Sakon Nakhon has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Sakon Nakhon experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 30°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 17°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Sakon Nakhon has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1660 mm of rainfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 344 mm of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 6.2 mm over a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Sakon Nakhon. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Sakon Nakhon in Thailand

Sakon Nakhon has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 35°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Sakon Nakhon?
    Rainy season in Sakon Nakhon occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • Does Sakon Nakhon have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February and December are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Sakon Nakhon?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Sakon Nakhon?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sakon Nakhon?
    August tops the wettest month list with 344 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sakon Nakhon?
    December is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sakon Nakhon?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sakon Nakhon

    Mon   Dec 16
    27°C | 13°C
    NE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    29°C | 14°C
    NE 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Wed   Dec 18
    30°C | 15°C
    NE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain