Season guide · Bangkok · Thailand

Bangkok in the cool season

November–February: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.

Updated 23 October 2026By the AMZBooking editorial team

Quick answer

Dry, sunny and less humid, with Loy Krathong and Chinese New Year; peak season and the highest prices. Expect highs up to 33°C (91°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F), with about 11 rainy days across November–February. November–February are among the best months of the year to visit.

Months: November–February
Temperatures: 22°C (72°F) to 33°C (91°F)
Rainy days in the season: About 11
Crowds: Very busy
Hotel prices: Highest

Weather in the cool season

Bangkok in the cool season: month by month
Month	High	Low	Rainy days	Daylight	Crowds
January	32°C (90°F)	22°C (72°F)	2	11.4 h	5/5
February	33°C (91°F)	24°C (75°F)	2	11.7 h	4/5
November	32°C (90°F)	24°C (75°F)	6	11.5 h	4/5
December	31°C (88°F)	22°C (72°F)	1	11.3 h	5/5

Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 32°C (90°F) against a yearly 33°C (91°F), and 11 of the year's roughly 124 rainy days fall in these 4 months. Crowds rate 5/5 and hotel prices 5/5 on average.

What's on in the cool season

Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.

January: Chinese New Year celebrations in Yaowarat (late January or February)
February: Makha Bucha — Buddhist holiday with candlelit temple processions (February or March)
November: Loy Krathong — floating candle offerings on the river and lakes (full moon, usually November)
December: Father's Day and the late King Bhumibol's birthday — public holiday (5 December)
December: New Year's Eve countdowns along the river and at the big malls

Make the most of the weather

Religious site · Thonburi

Wat Arun

The Temple of Dawn's central prang, decorated with broken porcelain and seashells in floral patterns, rises about 70 metres on the west bank of the Chao Phraya.

Time needed: 1 hour
Cost: Low cost

Iconic
Architecture
Photo spot
Views

Experience · Chao Phraya River

Chao Phraya Express Boat

Use the regular orange-flag boats rather than tourist boats to save money, and let passengers off before you board.

Time needed: 1–2 hours
Cost: Low cost

Views
Iconic
Photo spot
Kids

Park · Silom

Lumphini Park

The city's central park has a lake with pedal boats, shaded paths and large monitor lizards that roam freely.

Time needed: 1 hour
Cost: Free

Free
Kids
Outdoors
Nature

Religious site · Banglamphu

Wat Saket (Golden Mount)

Climb in the late afternoon for softer light and a cooler breeze at the top.

Time needed: 1 hour
Cost: Low cost

Views
History
Photo spot

Viewpoint · Silom

Mahanakhon SkyWalk

King Power Mahanakhon's pixelated tower rises 314 metres beside BTS Chong Nonsi, and its 78th-floor glass-floored SkyWalk gives a 360-degree view over the city and the river, with a rooftop bar above.

Time needed: 1–1.5 hours
Cost: Mid-priced

Views
After dark
Couples
Kids

Day trips in the cool season

Ayutthaya (About 1.5–2 hours by train or minivan) — The capital of Siam from 1351 until it was sacked in 1767, Ayutthaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ruined temples and brick prangs, including the Buddha head entwined in tree roots at Wat Mahathat.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (About 1.5–2 hours by car) — Bangkok's best-known floating market, where vendors in wooden boats sell fruit, noodles and souvenirs along narrow canals.

What to pack

Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes

Other times of year

Questions travellers ask

+Is the cool season a good time to visit Bangkok?

Yes: November–February are among the best months. Dry, sunny and less humid, with Loy Krathong and Chinese New Year; peak season and the highest prices.

+What is the weather like in Bangkok in the cool season?

Highs of up to 33°C (91°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F), with about 11 rainy days over the season.