Best time to visit Thailand
Best time of year to visit Thailand
Generally, cool season from November to February is considered to be the best time to visit Thailand. This season is the busiest time of the year. Besides great weather in most parts of the country, you can enjoy events like Loi Krathong and Lopburi Monkey Banquet. Even though you'll have to plan your trip well in advance and tolerate tourist crowds, you will relish seasonal fruits while lolling on the heavenly beach.
March to May period with its lower rates is considered shoulder season, usually deadly hot, especially in the north-east with higher humidity levels. Fun seekers should definitely join water battles during the Songkran celebrations in mid-April.
Southwest monsoon affects northern territories and west coast of the Thai peninsula (Phuket and Krabi areas) from May to October, peaking in September. East coast of the Thai peninsula, facing the Gulf of Thailand (places like Koh Samui), experiences the northeast monsoon roughly between September and December. Just for the record, you still can enjoy your diving and kiteboarding during the low season. Besides, May to October is the best time to get good deals in Thailand.
16 THINGS TO DO IN THAILAND (APRIL 10 - APRIL 19)
Songkran Water Festival (Thai New Year)
Thai New Year lasts for at least three days, depending on the region, and is one of the most joyful celebrations of the new year worldwide
Full Moon Party
Perhaps the most known and anticipated party in the world takes place every full moon night and draws up to 30,000 people to the island of Koh Phangan
Floating Markets
Your Thai vacation can't be complete without shopping at traditional floating markets around Bangkok
Elephant Sanctuaries
An ethical and harmless way to interact with elephants
Kiteboarding
Phuket is Thailand's Mecca for kiteboarders with two major seasons
Beach Season
Torquoise clear waters are inviting you for the best beach experience in Thailand
Bamboo Rafting During Dry Season
A slow pace ride on a bamboo raft may be a nice way to explore stunning nature
Diving
Thailand offers spectacular diving any time throughout the year, but only a limited period is considered the best!
Poy Sang Long Festival or Festival of the Crystal Sons
The festival in northern Thailand celebrates young boys entering the monasteries. Three days of festivities are all about traditions and colour
Boat Cruises
A great way to explore the old town of Bangkok
Royal Winter Palace
Bhubing Palace boasts one of the most beautiful gardens in Asia
Lychee or Litchi Season
Transplanted from South China, lychee used to be a fruit of the emperors
Oysters Harvest in Phuket
If you fancy oysters, have a taste of them in Phuket province!
Mango Season
In Thai cuisine, mango is a major ingredient, both ripe and unripe. Therefore, aim for its season to get the best taste!
Sailing During Northeast Monsoon
Weather conditions in Thailand are geographically diveded by two monsoons. Therefore, sailing is available year round, but in different regions
Jackfruit Season
Try one of the largest fruits in the world
60 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Burapa Bike Week, Pattaya
out of rangeBringing bikers all across Thailand together with the whole world, Burapa Bike Week is one of the most anticipated events of the year
Loi Krathong
out of rangeA beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true
Pattaya International Fireworks Festival
out of rangeOne of the major firework shows in the world, with different competitions between plenty of countries
Yasothon Bun Bang Fai Rocket Festival
out of rangeThe fertility rites and ceremonies play a major role in Thai culture. One of the most famous is the Rocket festival
Thailand Grand Sale
out of rangeThe Thai hunting season has officially begun!
Makha Bucha Day
out of rangeOne of the holiest days for Buddhists, celebrates the day when 1250 disciples of Buddha gathered for his preaching. The holiday includes one of the most spectacular ceremonies in Buddhism
Bo Sang Umbrella Festival
out of rangeThe festival of umbrellas in Bor Sang, not far from Chian Mai, is a highlight of the region and the beauty of the time
Chiang Mai Flower Festival
out of rangeThe celebration of the end of the cool season with plenty of flowers is one of the most colorful events of the year
Kayaking on Koh Phangan
out of rangeParadise island with serene beaches and mysterious caves should be explored from water
Big Mountain Music Festival
out of rangeEvery frequent festival-goer eventually realises many of these events are pretty the same—Thai music festival is a great alternative when you crave for something new
Candle Festival in Ubon Ratchathani
out of rangePlenty of religious events are associated with Buddhist Lent. The Candle Festival is one of them, but it is also one of the most spectacular festivals during the year
Phuket Vegetarian Festival
out of rangeOne of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism
Watching Baby Gibbons
out of rangeGibbons were once major population in Thailand, but due to illegal hunting and capturing, the amounts of these cute guys have been falling rapidly
Chonburi Buffalo Racing
out of rangeThe event to apreciate the hard work of buffaloes is full of adrenaline and competitions
Rub Bua Festival
out of rangeThe beautiful ancient tradition of throwing lotus flowers from the banks of the river is one of the most heart-warming in Thailand
Trekking Mount Doi Inthanon
out of rangeThe route on Mount Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak, is one of the most beautiful routes in the world. It is located some 2 565 meters above the sea level
Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay
out of rangeDiscover a unique hidden world while visiting Phang Nga Bay
Wan Ok Phansa
out of rangeThe festival that marks the end of the Buddhist lent is full of celebrations and interesting authentic activities
MAYA Music Festival
unconfirmedNo music festival in the world can boast a more stunning stage than a 26-meter high monkey head of MAYA 2016
Erawan Falls
out of rangeRegarded as most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand, their multiple levels will astonish your imagination
Hungry Ghost Festival
out of rangeThe generally Chinese festival Por Tor that is very important to the ethnic Chinese in Thai features plenty of activities and special food
Visakha Bucha Day
out of rangeThe day that marks three most important events in Buddha's life with beautiful ceremonies
Phi Phi Viewpoint
out of rangeKoh Phi Phi's famous viewpoint is a must destination, especially during the clear sunny days that make it a photographer's treasure
National Elephant Day
out of rangeElephants are unique animals: they are social, cute, and helpful. Therefore, it's natural that they have got a day totally dedicated to them
Rains Retreat or Vassa
out of rangeThis is a period marked by Buddhist Lent, which lasts three months and makes the monks stay at a single monastery
Thai Cosmos Bloom
out of rangeThe beautiful flowers will melt your heart with their pinkish warm colour
Thod Kathin Robes Offering Ceremony
out of rangeThe period lasting for a month when monks are offered various goods is also known as Thod Kathin or Kathina
King’s Cup Muay Thai
out of rangeThe tournament of the national Thai sport dedicated to the King's of Thailand Birthday
Queen’s Cup Muay Thai
out of rangeNational Thai sport which means "science of the two limbs" is fascinating all year, but during Queen's birthday the ordinary fights change into spectacular championships between the best ones
Wonderfruit Festival
out of rangeA colourful celebration of music, great food, and art
Synchronous Fireflies
out of rangeMangrove forests and river banks come alive at night with thousands of flashing lights
Singha Park International Balloon Fiesta
out of rangeA special way to celebrate St. Valentine's Day and make some incredible memories
Lopburi Monkey Banquet Festival
out of rangeThe town of Lopburi is known to be a monkey city due to its vast population of monkeys. Moreover, monkeys are so highly regarded here that once a year they receive a special banquet
New Year's Eve
out of rangeEnd the year with high spirits in Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, or Chiang Mai
Bamboo Rafting (Rainy Season)
out of rangeIf you enjoy some adrenaline rush, be sure to try out the bamboo rafting during the rainy season!
Tamarind Season
out of rangeWinter is harvest time for this delicious Thai fruit
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
out of rangeThe ceremony marks the start of the rice growing season with sacred oxen that plough the field across the Royal Palace
Chinese New Year
out of rangeChinese community is quite big in Thailand, and the holidays associated with the Chinese New Year are widely celebrated
Ducks on Rice Fields
out of rangeIn Thailand, ducks are used to rid rice farms of unwanted pests in exchange for free food
River Kwai Bridge Week
out of rangeTo commemorate the sad events of World War II, the special ceremonies are organised on the River Kwai
Mangosteen Season
out of rangeKnown as the queen of fruit, mangosteen or mangkhut has a delicate texture
Durian Season
out of rangeDurian may not be the most loved fruit, but it is definitely the king of all fruit!
Sapodilla Season
out of rangeTry fresh sapodilla fruits while visiting Thailand
Dok Krachiao Bloom Season
out of rangeBeautiful lush and pink flowers that bloom during rainy season will amaze your eyes
Rose Apple Season
out of rangeLooking nothing like an apple, the fruit smells like rose when a first bite is taken
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony
out of rangeIt might sound a bit cheesy to get married underwater with a crowd of other couples, but it may also be a unique experience
Sailing During Southwest Monsoon
out of rangeWeather in Thailand mostly depends on the influences of monsoons in different regions. Therefore, while sailing is available all year round, the locations are different
Phuket Raceweek
on holdThe yacht racing event that is both huge and international while being cosy and friendly gathering
Longan Season
out of rangeThe fruit that was once transported from China has flourished and become one of the most popular in Thailand
Sakon Nakhon Wax Castle Festival
out of rangeLasting for a few days, the festival signifies the end of the Buddhist Lent. A lot of artists during this time create marvellous wax sculptures
Yongchak or Stink Bean Season
out of rangeAlso known as yongchak, the long twisted bean is smelly in a unique way due to its gas containment
King’s Cup Elephant Polo
overElephant polo may be not an ancient sport, but it surely is very exciting!
Mexican Sunflowers Bloom
out of rangeTravel from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son to get the amazing view of a golden sea of Mexican sunflowers
International Thai Martial Arts Games & Festival
out of rangeIf you are interested in martial arts, especially Thai martial arts, that are traditional and spectacular, you just can't miss this out!
Red Turtle Sweet for Hungry Ghost
out of rangeThe festival of Hungry Ghost aims to feed all the hungry ancestors as a way to show them how strong they are respected. Typical gift and taste of the holiday is a red turtle cake
Samui Regatta
out of rangeThe famous Yacht Regatta is hosted by Centara Grand Beach Resort and is famous for good sailing, spectacular environment and most awesome parties!
Custard Apple Season
out of rangeWith hard skin that is easy to break with a squeeze and soft flesh inside, the fruit is a total summer delight
Jujube Season
out of rangePear-shaped and not too big in size, the fruit resembles a yellowish apple with hard skin
Pomelo Season
out of rangeThai pomelo is very famous, especially among the ethnic Chinese
Rambutan Season
out of rangeOne of the most beautiful fruits, rambutan has fluffy skin and juicy flesh
