Thailand is a unique tropical country that attracts tourists with the opportunity to relax in almost any season, enjoying luxurious beaches, an extensive excursion program and exciting nightlife.
Climate
Since Thailand occupies a fairly large territory, stretched from north to south, in different parts of this kingdom on the same day the weather can be completely different. If you take this into account, then you can provide yourself with a more comfortable rest.
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Spring
The spring season in Thailand is characterized by sultry heat, the lack of rain and the water in the sea is so warm that it almost feels like being in a bath.
- . Daytime walks in the resorts of Thailand are more difficult, because the temperature rises by another two degrees compared to the previous month, warming up to + 37 ° C. Even at night it is very stuffy at +23-25°C. The sea water temperature remains the same +28°C. There are noticeably more cloudy and rainy days.
- . This month is considered the transition from the stable season to the rainy season. It is still hot during the day - + 34-38, at night it is a little cooler - + 25 ° C, the water temperature in the sea is about 27 ° C. By the end of the month, the rains are very noticeable, but they are also short-lived.
March. From the very beginning of the month, a noticeable heat begins in Thailand. The air temperature rises to +35 degrees, and sunbathing on the beach, you can get a sunburn. The water in the sea does not save much from the heat, as its temperature rises up to +28°C.
At night, the heat subsides a little, as the thermometer drops to +26°C. It is most comfortable at this time to be on the island Koh Samui or Koh Tao. Here, both heat and precipitation are less noticeable, which are not uncommon in March.
Especially relevant for the spring period cotton clothing with long sleeve, hats, as well as light shoes but it's worth taking just in case umbrella- rains at this time are not uncommon here.
Spring holidays are a little cheaper, since it is considered not a very favorable season and there are noticeably fewer tourists here. But by this time, a lot of rare fruits are ripening, which adults and children love so much.
During these months, tourists are advised to take a walk on Nakha pearl farm, visiting the oldest Temple of the Golden Mountain, yew palace Vimanmek, as well as various trips to nature reserves, cultural places, unique massage treatments, shopping.
Summer
- . At the beginning of summer, the rainy season continues, but the air temperature becomes noticeably lower, amounting to about + 28-30 ° C, and at night + 23-28 degrees. Especially high humidity is felt in the region of the Adaman Sea (Pkuhet, Krabi, Khao Lak). Constant rainfall and high waves do not allow a normal rest on the sea, the temperature of which at this time is +25°C.
- . In the middle of summer, the weather continues to be rainy, but the precipitation is not so noticeable in the Gulf of Thailand. During the day, the thermometer rises to + 27-30°C, and at night it drops to + 22-27°C. The sea water of the Gulf of Thailand and the Adaman Sea is about +25°C. At the same time, due to the storm warning, it is hardly possible to swim in it.
- . As before, if you really want to choose Thailand for your summer vacation, then in August it is better to go to the resorts of the Gulf of Thailand. Here the air temperature warms up to +28°C, at night it becomes fresher - +25°C, and the sea water is pleasantly warm - +27°C.
In the summer, you do not have to take a lot of clothes with you. Standard wardrobe - light summer clothes and shoes, umbrella and swimwear.
The main reason why summer holidays in Thailand are profitable - cheap prices for flights, room reservations and tours. Beaches and cities become almost deserted, but active life, especially at night, does not decline.
When the weather is not too conducive to a beach holiday, you can diversify your trip to Thailand by exploring ancient palaces and temples, dancing in nightclubs and getting to know the main relics of Bangkok:
- Grand Royal Palace;
- Emerald Buddha Statue;
- sky tower;
- Dusit Zoo.
Also very interesting will be shopping at the local flea market "Chatuchak".
Autumn
During the autumn period in most regions the weather is getting better, and the amount of precipitation becomes noticeably less.
- . The onset of the off-season leads to more unstable and changeable weather. Downpours continue to go across the country, the wind also does not give up its positions. The daytime temperature fluctuates around +30 degrees, and the nighttime temperature drops as much as +18°C. Sea water warms up to +27°C. To endure such weather conditions becomes a little easier.
- October. During this month, comfortable and not hot weather sets in Thailand, the rains practically disappear, there are rarely short-term showers. During the day the air temperature is +30-33°C, at night it becomes cooler - +21-24°C. The water on the Thai coasts warms up to +29°C.
- November. The last month of autumn is ideal for air. The rains stop pouring so often and hard, and the air becomes comfortable for rest, delighting with daytime indicators of + 30 ° C, nightly - +24. The water is still pleasant as it warms up to +27°C.
In autumn, it will not be superfluous to take a swimsuit and the most necessary things - shorts, a T-shirt and a hat. Everything else can be bought on the spot, because during this period there are discounts in Thailand.
Second half of autumn ideal for a varied holiday. Prices are not yet as high as they will be in winter, and the weather is conducive to beach and sightseeing tourism.
In the autumn months, it is best to devote your vacation to getting acquainted with exotic Thai cuisine, getting to know colorful sights ( heavenly palace, former capital Ayutthaya) and legendary crocodile farm as well as visiting nature reserves And mangrove on Koh Lanta.
When is the best time to go on vacation?
Despite the difference in climatic conditions, holidays in Thailand in demand at any time of the year dry weather with an average daily air temperature of about +25 degrees, and in the north of the country it is a little cooler - +20°C.
This climate allows you to stay outside all day without the risk of heatstroke. This period can be maximally diversified by beach and sightseeing holidays.
Rain season
Dry weather changes in May and lasts until November, when torrential downpours and heavy rains, gusty wind constantly blows, there is a risk of storm and typhoon.
As you can see, the weather in Thailand is not always ideal for a beach holiday, but it always pleases with high rates.
