Month guide · Pattaya · Thailand
Pattaya in September
What September is really like in Pattaya: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Don Ramey Logan, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 18 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Usually the wettest month, with heavy downpours and occasional street flooding; the lowest prices of the year.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 18
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 8th-warmest month in Pattaya: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 18 of its 30 days. Compared with August (32°C (90°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:05
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:18
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Rainy season (June–August). Short, heavy afternoon storms with sunny spells, busy with summer holidaymakers.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Pattaya, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Island · Koh Larn
Koh Larn (Coral Island)
Take the public ferry rather than a speedboat tour, and head to Samae or Tien beach, which are usually quieter than Tawaen.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Couples
Street · South Pattaya and Walking Street
Walking Street
From early evening, this street running south along the bay towards Bali Hai Pier closes to traffic and fills with neon signs, nightclubs, live-music bars, go-go bars and seafood restaurants.
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- After dark
- Iconic
- Free
Landmark · Sattahip
Khao Chi Chan
Combine it with Wat Yansangwararam and Silverlake vineyard nearby, and visit in the late afternoon when the gold catches the sun.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Iconic
Beach · Central Pattaya
Pattaya Beach
The city's main beach curves about 3 km along Pattaya Bay beside Beach Road, with a promenade, deckchairs, umbrellas and water sports.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- After dark
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Pattaya.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 18 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 September a good time to visit Pattaya?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–February are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Pattaya?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Usually the wettest month, with heavy downpours and occasional street flooding; the lowest prices of the year.
+How warm is Pattaya in September?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Pattaya in September?
Expect rain on about 18 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.