Thailand weather in October
Planning a getaway to Thailand this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Thailand in October?
October in Thailand generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day the temperature is warm in Patong Beach at 29°C and very warm in Sawankhalok at 34°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Sawankhalok and 26°C in Patong Beach. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nan with an average of 90 mm to heavy rainfall in Khura Buri with 391 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 198 hours of sunshine in Bangkok. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Thailand in October, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Thailand climate page.
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Average weather in Bangkok
In October Bangkok generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Chiang Mai
In October Chiang Mai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Patong Beach
In October Patong Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Hua Hin
In October Hua Hin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ao Nang Beach
In October Ao Nang Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Thailand?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Thailand with often unpleasant weather in Bangkok.
Generally speaking, January and December provide perfect weather in Bangkok. In contrast, April, May, June and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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