Thailand (Bangkok) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 32° (90°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)36 (97) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)37 (99) | 36° (97°)31– (88–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)37 (99) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)36 (97) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)35 (95) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)35 (95) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 24° (75°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)27 (81) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 5h | 5h | 4h | 4h | 3h | 3h | 3h | 4h | 4h | 4h |
🌧Rain Days | 2d28mm (1.1") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 3d47mm (1.8") | 6d100mm (3.9") | 12d223mm (8.8") | 13d198mm (7.8") | 14d213mm (8.4") | 16d219mm (8.6") | 19d344mm (13.6") | 15d290mm (11.4") | 5d61mm (2.4") | 1d15mm (0.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Thailand (Bangkok): only 2 rain days, 32°C (90°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), cooling to 24°C (75°F) at night (daily average: 28°C (82°F)). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). With 4 sunshine hours per day and 2 rain days (28 mm (1.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Bangkok at its most pleasant: temperatures below 33°C (91°F), hardly any rain, temple visits without heat exhaustion. Loi Krathong lanterns light up the Chao Phraya in November, and New Year's Eve is celebrated on the river.
Packing list for Thailand (Bangkok) in January
- Light summer clothes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Thailand (Bangkok)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Thailand (Bangkok) (Climate Score: 87/100). High temperatures (32°C (90°F)), good sunshine (4 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Thailand (Bangkok) in January?
- In January, Thailand (Bangkok) sees daily highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to 24°C (75°F), with a daily average of 28°C (82°F). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in Thailand (Bangkok) in January?
- In January, Thailand (Bangkok) receives an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Thailand (Bangkok) get in January?
- Thailand (Bangkok) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — close to the annual average.
