AI-generatedChanthaburi at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Feb
- Warmest month
- Apr · 34°
- Warmest sea
- May · 30.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,180 h
- Rain a year
- 2,789 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Chanthaburi
Chanthaburi has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while August is the coolest at 32 °C. With around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year, Chanthaburi is moderately sunny; February is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Chanthaburi
The best time to visit Chanthaburi is from November to February. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to February. From February to May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is July with 491 mm.
Chanthaburi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Chanthaburi in the dry season
Oct – Apr
Good
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 90 rainy days in all
Chanthaburi in the rainy season
May – Sep
Fair
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 148 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb – May
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
May – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – January
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: November – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:0117:53
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:48–06:29 · evening 17:25–18:06
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:40–05:48 · evening 18:06–18:15
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Chanthaburi compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 32° at the start of the month to 33° at the end. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 24° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.7 h |
What is the weather like in Chanthaburi in October?
In October, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 258 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 52 min06:01 – 17:53
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 82 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %77 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Chanthaburi
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
December has the better holiday weather in Chanthaburi: score 89 against 59. In December, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in December. December has 20 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 59 | 89better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 29.5° | 28.3° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 23 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 258 mm | 13 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 20better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Chanthaburi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
84January33° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In January, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 28 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in January78February33° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In February, Chanthaburi is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 41 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in February63March34° · Sea 29° · 7.2 h
In March, Chanthaburi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 87 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in March58April34° · Sea 31° · 7.2 h
In April, Chanthaburi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 131 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in April55May34° · Sea 31° · 5.3 h
In May, Chanthaburi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 341 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in May57June32° · Sea 30° · 4.3 h
In June, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 437 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in June60July32° · Sea 29° · 4.2 h
In July, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 491 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in July61August32° · Sea 29° · 4.2 h
In August, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 443 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in August60September32° · Sea 29° · 4.1 h
In September, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 462 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in September59October33° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In October, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 258 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in October77November33° · Sea 29° · 7.1 h
In November, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 56 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in November89December32° · Sea 28° · 7.5 h
In December, Chanthaburi is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Chanthaburi.
Chanthaburi in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Chanthaburi
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (22°), the warmest in May (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 338 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 84 | 33° | 22° | 27.8° | 7.6 h | 6 | 28 |
| FebruaryFeb | 78 | 33° | 23° | 28.3° | 7.8 h | 9 | 41 |
| MarchMar | 63 | 34° | 25° | 29.3° | 7.2 h | 17 | 87 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 34° | 25° | 30.5° | 7.2 h | 22 | 131 |
| MayMay | 55 | 34° | 26° | 30.7° | 5.3 h | 29 | 341 |
| JuneJun | 57 | 32° | 25° | 29.9° | 4.3 h | 29 | 437 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 32° | 25° | 29.4° | 4.2 h | 30 | 491 |
| AugustAug | 61 | 32° | 25° | 29.2° | 4.2 h | 30 | 443 |
| SeptemberSep | 60 | 32° | 25° | 29.2° | 4.1 h | 30 | 462 |
| OctoberOct | 59 | 33° | 24° | 29.5° | 5.1 h | 23 | 258 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 33° | 24° | 29.3° | 7.1 h | 10 | 56 |
| DecemberDec | 89 | 32° | 22° | 28.3° | 7.5 h | 3 | 13 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Chanthaburi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.0 – 30.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Chanthaburi ranges from 27.8 °C in January to 30.7 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 30.2 and 31.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.8° | 27.0° | 28.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.3° | 27.5° | 29.1° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.7° | 30.0° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 30.5° | 29.9° | 31.0° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.7° | 30.2° | 31.4° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.9° | 29.2° | 30.4° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.4° | 29.0° | 30.1° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.2° | 28.5° | 29.9° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.5° | 29.0° | 30.0° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.3° | 28.6° | 30.0° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.3° | 27.5° | 29.5° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Chanthaburi
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Chanthaburi, 43 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Chanthaburi: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Chanthaburi has about 23 rainy days with 258 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Chanthaburi
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Chanthaburi
How breezy and how cloudy Chanthaburi is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Chanthaburi typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 82 % of the sky over Chanthaburi: mostly overcast, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Chanthaburi
How often the day gets hot in Chanthaburi (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Chanthaburi has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Chanthaburi
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Chanthaburi in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Chanthaburi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 87) and its weakest during May half-term (score 55).
- 59
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 55
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 61
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 59
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
- 87
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 15 min
- Distance
- 9,760 km
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Jet lag
- About 6 days (6 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Thailand
- Currency
- Thai Baht (THB)
- Language
- Thai
- Sockets
- Type A, B, C, F · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +66
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Compare & alternatives
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Chanthaburi compared
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Chanthaburi vs Ko Chang
In October Ko Chang has the better holiday weather (score 65 vs 59). During the day Ko Chang is 2 °C cooler than Chanthaburi. The sea in Ko Chang is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Chanthaburi | Ko Chang |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 59 | 65 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Sea | 30° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 23 | 25 |
| Best time | Nov – Feb | Nov – Feb |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Thailand in October: the best places
In October, Chanthaburi ranks 13 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Pattaya31°30°67
- 2Ko Kut31°29°66
- 3Hua Hin31°29°66
- 4Koh Tao30°29°66
- 5Ko Pha-ngan28°29°66
- 6Koh Samui31°29°66
- 7Ko Chang31°29°65
- 8Laem Chabang32°30°65
- 13ChanthaburiThis page33°30°59
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Frequently asked questions about Chanthaburi
When is the best time to visit Chanthaburi?
The best time to visit Chanthaburi is from November to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Chanthaburi?
The sea temperature in Chanthaburi ranges from 27.8 °C in January to 30.7 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Chanthaburi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Chanthaburi?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. August is the coolest month at 32 °C.
When does it rain most in Chanthaburi?
The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is July with 491 mm. The driest month is December with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Chanthaburi get?
Chanthaburi gets around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 7.8 hours a day; in September there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Chanthaburi in?
Chanthaburi is on UTC+7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Chanthaburi?
A nonstop flight from London to Chanthaburi takes about 12 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,760 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Chanthaburi?
Chanthaburi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 87) and its weakest during May half-term (score 55). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 59, May half-term 55, summer holidays 61, October half-term 59, Christmas holidays 87.