AI-generatedNakhon Ratchasima at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Jan
- Warmest month
- Apr · 37°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,260 h
- Rain a year
- 1,170 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Elevation
- 187 m
Climate in Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima 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 30 °C. With around 2,260 hours of sunshine a year, Nakhon Ratchasima is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 7.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima
The best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima is from November to January. From February to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is September with 248 mm.
Nakhon Ratchasima through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Nakhon Ratchasima in the dry season
Nov – Apr
Fair
- 30–37 °C by day
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Nakhon Ratchasima in the rainy season
May – Oct
Poor
- 32–36 °C by day
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 128 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 – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
May – Oct
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
Poor
Best time to visit: November – January
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:0317:52
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 05:49–06:31 · evening 17:23–18:05
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:41–05:49 · evening 18:05–18:13
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 Nakhon Ratchasima compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Nakhon Ratchasima in October?
In October, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 147 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 49 min06:03 – 17:52
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 71 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 26 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %44 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %42 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %9 %
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 Nakhon Ratchasima
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December has the better holiday weather in Nakhon Ratchasima: score 74 against 33. In December, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. December has 15 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 33 | 74better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 5.5 h | 6.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 147 mm | 5 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 30 | 8better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Nakhon Ratchasima month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
68January31° · 7.4 h
In January, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in January54February34° · 7.9 h
In February, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 11 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in February39March36° · 7.5 h
In March, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in March24April37° · 7.4 h
In April, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 84 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in April11May36° · 6.4 h
In May, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 151 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in May8June35° · 5.2 h
In June, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 124 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 Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in June10July34° · 4.6 h
In July, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 143 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in July14August34° · 4.3 h
In August, Nakhon Ratchasima is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 167 mm. On about 30 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 Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in August21September33° · 4.7 h
In September, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 248 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 Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in September33October32° · 5.5 h
In October, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 147 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in October62November31° · 6.5 h
In November, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. On about 21 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 Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in November74December30° · 6.9 h
In December, Nakhon Ratchasima is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Nakhon Ratchasima in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Nakhon Ratchasima
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)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in May (26°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule all year round except in January; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in January. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 276 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 | 68 | 31° | 19° | 7.4 h | 2 | 7 |
| FebruaryFeb | 54 | 34° | 21° | 7.9 h | 2 | 11 |
| MarchMar | 39 | 36° | 24° | 7.5 h | 7 | 45 |
| AprilApr | 24 | 37° | 25° | 7.4 h | 14 | 84 |
| MayMay | 11 | 36° | 26° | 6.4 h | 21 | 151 |
| JuneJun | 8 | 35° | 26° | 5.2 h | 20 | 124 |
| JulyJul | 10 | 34° | 25° | 4.6 h | 22 | 143 |
| AugustAug | 14 | 34° | 25° | 4.3 h | 23 | 167 |
| SeptemberSep | 21 | 33° | 25° | 4.7 h | 25 | 248 |
| OctoberOct | 33 | 32° | 24° | 5.5 h | 17 | 147 |
| NovemberNov | 62 | 31° | 22° | 6.5 h | 6 | 39 |
| DecemberDec | 74 | 30° | 20° | 6.9 h | 2 | 5 |
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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Sunshine hours in Nakhon Ratchasima
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 5.5 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Nakhon Ratchasima, 47 % 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 in Nakhon Ratchasima: 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, Nakhon Ratchasima has about 17 rainy days with 147 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Nakhon Ratchasima
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 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 and clouds in Nakhon Ratchasima
How breezy and how cloudy Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Nakhon Ratchasima typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 71 % of the sky over Nakhon Ratchasima: mostly cloudy, with about 5.5 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 and humidity in Nakhon Ratchasima
How often the day gets hot in Nakhon Ratchasima (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, Nakhon Ratchasima has about 26 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 Nakhon Ratchasima
Weather for your travel dates
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Nakhon Ratchasima 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.
Nakhon Ratchasima has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 71) and its weakest during May half-term (score 10).
- 28
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 37 °C by day
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 10
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 35 °C by day
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 13
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 33
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 71
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h
- Distance
- 9,550 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.
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In October Buri Ram has the better holiday weather (score 41 vs 33). During the day Buri Ram is 1 °C cooler than Nakhon Ratchasima.
| in October | Nakhon Ratchasima | Buri Ram |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 33 | 41 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 15 |
| Best time | Nov – Jan | Nov – Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Nakhon Ratchasima
When is the best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima?
The best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima is from November to January. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Nakhon Ratchasima?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 25 °C. December is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Nakhon Ratchasima?
The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is September with 248 mm. The driest month is December with 5 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Nakhon Ratchasima get?
Nakhon Ratchasima gets around 2,260 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 7.9 hours a day; in August there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Nakhon Ratchasima in?
Nakhon Ratchasima is on UTC+7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Nakhon Ratchasima?
A nonstop flight from London to Nakhon Ratchasima takes about 12 h, for a straight-line distance of about 9,550 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Nakhon Ratchasima?
Nakhon Ratchasima 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 28, May half-term 10, summer holidays 13, October half-term 33, Christmas holidays 71.