Month guide · Krabi · Thailand
Krabi in October
What October is really like in Krabi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0
Quick answer
October is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 21 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Still wet with strong storms; sea conditions start to improve late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 21
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in October
October is the 10th-warmest month in Krabi: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 21 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is about as warm; by November highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 06:11
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 18:08
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Monsoon (May–August). Frequent showers with sunny breaks, rougher seas and fewer visitors; good-value hotel rates.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes October one of the better-value months to book.
Events in October
- Vegetarian Festival (some years)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Krabi Town
Krabi Town night markets
Krabi Town's riverside Chao Fah area hosts an evening food market most nights, and a larger walking-street market with food stalls, crafts and local performers runs on weekend evenings.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Shopping
Historic site · Koh Lanta
Lanta Old Town
Visit in the late afternoon and stay for a seafood dinner on a pier over the water.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Food
- Off the beaten path
Religious site · Krabi Town
Wat Kaew Korawaram
Krabi Town's main temple is a white-and-blue building reached by a staircase flanked by naga serpents, with murals inside.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Railay
Railay Beach
Arrive early by longtail from Ao Nang before the day-trip crowds; the viewpoint scramble needs proper shoes and is not for small children.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- Photo spot
- Free
- Outdoors
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Krabi.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 21 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 October a good time to visit Krabi?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Krabi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Krabi?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Still wet with strong storms; sea conditions start to improve late in the month.
+How warm is Krabi in October?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Krabi in October?
Expect rain on about 21 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.