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Bangkok in June
What June is really like in Bangkok: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Supanut Arunoprayote, CC BY 4.0
Quick answer
June is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 12.9 hours of daylight. Rainy season begins: hot mornings and short, heavy afternoon downpours, with lower hotel prices.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in June
June is the 5th-warmest month in Bangkok: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 30 days. Compared with May (34°C (93°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:50
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 18:46
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
Hot season (March–May). Intense heat, often above 35°C, with Songkran in April and the mango harvest; plan indoor breaks at midday.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
June has no major recurring festival in Bangkok, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in June
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Palace · Rattanakosin
Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
The walled royal palace, begun in 1782 when Bangkok became the capital, combines gilded throne halls with Wat Phra Kaew, the temple of the Emerald Buddha, Thailand's most sacred image.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Art
Religious site · Rattanakosin
Wat Pho
Drop a coin into each of the 108 bronze bowls along the Reclining Buddha's back for luck, then book a massage at the temple's school.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Art
- Architecture
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
Market · Chatuchak
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Arrive early before the heat builds, grab a map at the entrance and carry small notes for bargaining.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
- Iconic
- Free
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 26°C and 16 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Bangkok?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, November–February are better overall. Compare every month.
Bangkok in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Bangkok?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Rainy season begins: hot mornings and short, heavy afternoon downpours, with lower hotel prices.
+How warm is Bangkok in June?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in June?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.