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Thailand Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Thailand in August.

Planning a journey to Thailand this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Thailand in August

August in Thailand generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Bo Kluea at 28°C (82°F) to very hot in Ban Doem Bang at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Ban Doem Bang and 20°C (68°F) in Bo Kluea. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Thailand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Haad Chao Samran with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Ban Khlong Muang with 637 mm (25 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Bangkok, you can expect around 160 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Thailand in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Thailand.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Thailand

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Thailand?

Temperature range in Thailand (August)

Precipitation variation in Thailand (August)

Bangkok

In August Bangkok generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
160 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
333 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Chiang Mai

In August Chiang Mai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
116 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
260 mm (10 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Patong Beach

In August Patong Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
150 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
216 mm (8.5 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
294 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Hua Hin

In August Hua Hin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
114 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Ao Nang Beach

In August Ao Nang Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
152 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
275 mm (11 in)
314 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Thailand in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bangkok 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Chiang Mai 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 260 mm (10 in)
Koh Samui 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Hua Hin 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Koh Chang 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 566 mm (22 in)
Chiang Rai 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 366 mm (14 in)

Thailand weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Thailand in August?

August in Thailand brings poor weather. In Bangkok, daytime temperatures are typically around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime lows hover near 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Thailand in August?

Daytime temperatures in Bangkok peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in August, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does Thailand get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Thailand peaks during August. Bangkok averages roughly 225 mm (8.9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Thailand?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Thailand due to the typically poor weather in Bangkok.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly tolerable weather in Bangkok. On the other hand, the weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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