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Sukhothai weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sukhothai
Nov–Feb is cool and dry; Loy Krathong in November draws crowds. Mar–May is very hot (40°C+); Jun–Oct is wet.
Sukhothai weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°11 mm
- Feb36°10 mm
- Mar38°31 mm
- Apr38°61 mm
- May35°178 mm
- Jun32°162 mm
- Jul32°163 mm
- Aug31°203 mm
- Sep30°251 mm
- Oct31°140 mm
- Nov30°24 mm
- Dec30°9 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 18°C65°F | 11 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| February | 36°C96°F | 21°C70°F | 10 mm | 46% | Hot |
| March | 38°C100°F | 24°C76°F | 31 mm | 44% | Very hot |
| April | 38°C101°F | 27°C80°F | 61 mm | 49% | Very hot |
| May | 35°C95°F | 26°C79°F | 178 mm | 68% | Rainy |
| June | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 162 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C89°F | 24°C76°F | 163 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 203 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 251 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 31°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 140 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C87°F | 20°C69°F | 24 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C86°F | 18°C64°F | 9 mm | 65% | 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 Sukhothai?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is cool and dry; Loy Krathong in November draws crowds. Mar–May is very hot (40°C+); Jun–Oct is wet.
When is the rainy season in Sukhothai?
Rain peaks in September with about 251 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Sukhothai?
April, with average highs of 38°C (101°F).
How cold does Sukhothai get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 18°C (64°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Fine Arts Department, Sukhothai Historical Park
- Tourism Authority of Thailand: Sukhothai
- Bangkok Airways
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.