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Kanchanaburi weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kanchanaburi
Nov–Feb is dry and cooler; Mar–May is very hot and falls run low. Jun–Oct is wet and green. Erawan Falls is busiest on weekends and holidays.
Kanchanaburi weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°11 mm
- Feb35°10 mm
- Mar37°46 mm
- Apr37°64 mm
- May34°149 mm
- Jun32°148 mm
- Jul32°177 mm
- Aug31°167 mm
- Sep31°220 mm
- Oct30°200 mm
- Nov30°42 mm
- Dec30°7 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 20°C67°F | 11 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| February | 35°C95°F | 22°C71°F | 10 mm | 60% | Hot |
| March | 37°C98°F | 24°C75°F | 46 mm | 58% | Very hot |
| April | 37°C99°F | 26°C78°F | 64 mm | 61% | Very hot |
| May | 34°C93°F | 25°C77°F | 149 mm | 74% | Hot |
| June | 32°C90°F | 24°C76°F | 148 mm | 80% | Hot & humid |
| July | 32°C89°F | 24°C74°F | 177 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 24°C74°F | 167 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| September | 31°C87°F | 24°C74°F | 220 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C86°F | 23°C74°F | 200 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| November | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 42 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C85°F | 19°C67°F | 7 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
Best months across Thailand
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Phuket | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Chiang Mai | Nov–Jan | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Samui | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Krabi | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Phi Phi | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Phangan | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (27°C) |
| Pai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Pattaya | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Koh Tao | Feb–Aug | May (29°C) |
| Patong | Nov–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Hua Hin | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Chiang Rai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Ayutthaya | Nov–Feb | Mar (37°C) |
| Koh Lanta | Nov–Apr | Apr (29°C) |
| Railay | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Kanchanaburi | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Chang | Nov–Feb | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Lak | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Samet | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Lipe | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Yai | Nov–Feb | Apr (34°C) |
| Khao Sok | Dec–Apr | Apr (32°C) |
| Sukhothai | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hat Yai | Jan–Apr | Apr (31°C) |
| Kata Beach | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Jomtien | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Rawai | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Udon Thani | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Kood | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kanchanaburi?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is dry and cooler; Mar–May is very hot and falls run low. Jun–Oct is wet and green. Erawan Falls is busiest on weekends and holidays.
When is the rainy season in Kanchanaburi?
Rain peaks in September with about 220 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kanchanaburi?
April, with average highs of 37°C (99°F).
How cold does Kanchanaburi get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 19°C (67°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tourism Authority of Thailand
- State Railway of Thailand
- Thai National Parks (Erawan)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.