AI-generatedKhon Kaen at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Feb
- Warmest month
- Apr · 37°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,350 h
- Rain a year
- 1,173 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Elevation
- 167 m
Climate in Khon Kaen
Khon Kaen 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 37 °C, while December is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,350 hours of sunshine a year, Khon Kaen is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 8.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Khon Kaen
The best time to visit Khon Kaen is from November to February. From February to July it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is September with 250 mm.
Khon Kaen through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Khon Kaen in the dry season
Oct – Apr
Fair
- 31–37 °C by day
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Khon Kaen in the rainy season
May – Sep
Poor
- 32–35 °C by day
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 106 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb – Jul
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
May – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:0117:48
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 05:47–06:29 · evening 17:19–18:01
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:39–05:47 · evening 18:01–18:10
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 Khon Kaen compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 32° from start to end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Khon Kaen in October?
In October, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 111 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, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 47 min06:01 – 17:48
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 29 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 62 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %36 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %62 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %37 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Khon Kaen
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December has the better holiday weather in Khon Kaen: score 71 against 42. In December, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. December has 12 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 42 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 6.7 h | 7.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 111 mm | 4 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 29 | 6better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Khon Kaen month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
70January31° · 7.7 h
In January, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in January60February33° · 8.4 h
In February, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in February42March36° · 7.9 h
In March, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in March31April37° · 7.5 h
In April, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 67 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in April10May35° · 6.1 h
In May, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 152 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in May11June34° · 5.1 h
In June, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 129 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in June15July33° · 4.4 h
In July, Khon Kaen is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 178 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in July18August33° · 4.1 h
In August, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 203 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in August23September32° · 4.8 h
In September, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 250 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in September42October32° · 6.7 h
In October, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 111 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, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in October64November32° · 7.4 h
In November, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 28 mm in total. On about 25 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 Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in November71December31° · 7.2 h
In December, Khon Kaen is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Khon Kaen.
Khon Kaen in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in April: 37°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Khon Kaen
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 29 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (18°), the warmest in May (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from February to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to January. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 261 days a year, mostly from March to November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 70 | 31° | 18° | 7.7 h | 2 | 7 |
| FebruaryFeb | 60 | 33° | 20° | 8.4 h | 3 | 11 |
| MarchMar | 42 | 36° | 23° | 7.9 h | 6 | 34 |
| AprilApr | 31 | 37° | 25° | 7.5 h | 11 | 67 |
| MayMay | 10 | 35° | 25° | 6.1 h | 20 | 152 |
| JuneJun | 11 | 34° | 25° | 5.1 h | 19 | 129 |
| JulyJul | 15 | 33° | 25° | 4.4 h | 21 | 178 |
| AugustAug | 18 | 33° | 25° | 4.1 h | 23 | 203 |
| SeptemberSep | 23 | 32° | 24° | 4.8 h | 24 | 250 |
| OctoberOct | 42 | 32° | 23° | 6.7 h | 13 | 111 |
| NovemberNov | 64 | 32° | 21° | 7.4 h | 4 | 28 |
| DecemberDec | 71 | 31° | 19° | 7.2 h | 1 | 4 |
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
16.45° N, 102.83° E · 167 m · Asia/Bangkok
Sunshine2,350 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Khon Kaen
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 6.7 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Khon Kaen, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 5 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain1,173 mm a year, most in September
Rain in Khon Kaen: 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, Khon Kaen has about 13 rainy days with 111 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 13 in August
UV index in Khon Kaen
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 & cloudsWindiest in July: 14 km/h
Wind and clouds in Khon Kaen
How breezy and how cloudy Khon Kaen 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 Khon Kaen typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 62 % of the sky over Khon Kaen: variable cloud, with about 6.7 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 & humidity322 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Khon Kaen
How often the day gets hot in Khon Kaen (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, Khon Kaen has about 28 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °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 Khon Kaen
Weather for your travel dates
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Khon Kaen 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.
Khon Kaen has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 71) and its weakest during May half-term (score 10).
- 34
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 36 °C by day
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 10
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 35 °C by day
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 17
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 42
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
- 71
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,470 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.
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Khon Kaen vs Udon Thani
In October the holiday weather in Khon Kaen and Udon Thani is about equally good (score 42 vs 43). During the day it is about as warm in Udon Thani as in Khon Kaen.
| in October | Khon Kaen | Udon Thani |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 42 | 43 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 12 |
| Best time | Nov – Feb | Nov – Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Khon Kaen
When is the best time to visit Khon Kaen?
The best time to visit Khon Kaen is from November to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Khon Kaen?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 25 °C. December is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Khon Kaen?
The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is September with 250 mm. The driest month is December with 4 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Khon Kaen get?
Khon Kaen gets around 2,350 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 8.4 hours a day; in August there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Khon Kaen in?
Khon Kaen is on UTC+7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Khon Kaen?
A nonstop flight from London to Khon Kaen takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,470 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Khon Kaen?
Khon Kaen has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 71) and its weakest during May half-term (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 34, May half-term 10, summer holidays 17, October half-term 42, Christmas holidays 71.