2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bangkok in August

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

August is a wet time to visit Bangkok. Bangkok has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 32°C, lows of 26°C, and approximately 24 rainy days per month.

Avg High

32°C

Avg Low

26°C

Rainy days

24days

Daylight

12.6h

Is August a good time to visit Bangkok?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:06 AM

Sunset

6:41 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 33°C 25°C 2 Excellent (best)
February 33°C 24°C 2 Excellent (best)
March 34°C 27°C 4 Good
April 34°C 27°C 9 Good
May 35°C 28°C 15 Wet
June 33°C 26°C 26 Wet
July 32°C 26°C 24 Wet
August 32°C 26°C 24 Wet
September 31°C 26°C 27 Wet
October 29°C 24°C 22 Wet
November 31°C 23°C 8 Excellent (best)
December 31°C 22°C 5 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

Planning a trip to Bangkok?

Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Bangkok? +

August is typically Wet for visiting Bangkok, with average highs of 32°C and around 24 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bangkok in August? +

With highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in August? +

Bangkok typically sees around 24 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Bangkok in August? +

In August, Bangkok gets approximately 12.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Bangkok? +

No, August is not peak season in Bangkok. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Bangkok? +

The best months to visit Bangkok are November, December, January, February, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Bangkok)

Last Updated: January 2026

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