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Thailand is conventionally divided into three tourist seasons:

– High season

– Low season

– Rainy season (monsoons)

But it’s important to note that the seasons vary across the country. The weather in Phuket differs significantly from that in Koh Samui, and what’s bad for one part of Thailand may be ideal for another.

High season (November – February)

Ideal period for most tourists

Weather

– Least rainfall

– Least high humidity

– Comfortable temperature (especially in the south)

In the northern regions (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai) nights can be cool, sometimes up to plus 14…18 degrees.

Pros

– Great weather for beaches

– Calm sea on the Andaman side (Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi)

– Good conditions for excursions, trekking, diving

– Many mosquitoes and insects avoid peak tourist activity.

Cons

– The highest prices of the year

– Lots of tourists

– Hotels are booked in advance

– There are a lot of people in restaurants, on beaches and excursions

Prices

During this period, the cost of housing may be higher by:

– 30—50 percent in cities

– 50—120 percent on the islands

– Sometimes – 2—3 times on popular destinations (Phuket, Samui, Krabi)

Top destinations

– Phuket

– Crabs

– Phi Phi

– Ko Lanta

– Chiang Mai

– Chiang Rai

– Bangkok

Low season (April – October)

The most economical period

Weather

– The hot or humid tropical season begins

– Scattered showers are possible

– The sea is becoming dangerous at some resorts

Pros

– Minimum housing prices

– Fewer tourists

– It’s easier to find accommodation near the beach

– Discounts on tours

Cons

– Occasional high waves on the Andaman coast

– Some beaches may be closed

– The islands are becoming less accessible

Top destinations

– Koh Samui

– Koh Phangan

– Koh Tao

– (summer is the best season here)

– The north of the country (Chiang Mai, Pai) is the green season

– Bangkok – Anytime except April (too hot)

Rainy season (monsoons)

What does rain look like in practice?

– This doesn’t mean it’s raining all day.

– In most cases, these are short, heavy tropical downpours.

– Often in the evening or at night

– The clouds pass quickly

The greenery in the mountains is especially beautiful during this season, the air is fresh, and the sea is deserted.

BY MONTH (details)

January – February

– The best months for the whole country

– Comfortable temperature

– Lack of rain

– High season (expensive and crowded)

March

– The weather is great

– The heat wave has begun in Bangkok.

– In the northern regions there is heavy haze due to fires

April

– Calm sea

– The hottest month of the year

– The Songkran festival is underway

May

– The beginning of the low season

– Quiet resorts

– The beginning of the monsoons in Phuket

June – July

– Low prices

– Very green

– It’s good on Koh Samui

– There may be waves in Phuket

August

– The best month to visit Koh Samui

– Phuket can be restless

September – October

– The lowest prices of the year

– There are almost no tourists

– At many resorts this is the rainiest period

– The showers are short