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Pattani weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Pattani at a glance

Best time
Jan – Mar
Warmest month
Apr · 35°
Warmest sea
May · 30.5°
Sunshine a year
2,100 h
Rain a year
2,009 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC+7
Elevation
8 m

Climate in Pattani

Pattani 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 35 °C, while December is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,100 hours of sunshine a year, Pattani is moderately sunny; March is the sunniest month with 7.1 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Pattani

The best time to visit Pattani is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to March. From March to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from October to December; the wettest month is November with 343 mm.

Pattani through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Pattani in the dry season

Jan – Sep

63

Good

  • 31–35 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 6.2 h of sun a day
  • 162 rainy days in all

Pattani in the rainy season

Oct – Dec

63

Good

  • 30–32 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 4.4 h of sun a day
  • 77 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Feb – Mar

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

No month

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Mar – Aug

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

Oct – Dec

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Pattani for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: December – February

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

59

Holiday weather in October

Fair

Best time to visit: January – March

Keep in mindFrequent rain

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 27°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 32°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 28°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 26°

06:0118:00

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 17:32–18:13
Blue hour
Morning 05:40–05:48 · evening 18:13–18:21

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 Pattani compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 32° at the end.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high33°32°
Night-time low24°24°
Sea29°29°
Daylight12.1 h11.9 h

What is the weather like in Pattani in October?

In October, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 278 mm. On about 29 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 Pattani.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 59 min06:01 – 18:00
UV index
13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
88 %on averageAll months
Hot days
29 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+7offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %83 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %27 %
  • 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 Pattani

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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February has the better holiday weather in Pattani: score 81 against 59. In February, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in February. February has 21 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.

October vs February, Pattani
MonthOctoberFebruary
Holiday weather score5981better
Daytime high32°33°
Night-time low24°23°
Sea29.3°28.0°
Sunshine4.6 h7.0 hbetter
Rainy days287better
Rainfall278 mm46 mmbetter
Muggy days3128better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Pattani month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

75January31° · Sea 28° · 5.8 h

In January, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 96 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in January
81February33° · Sea 28° · 7.0 h

In February, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in February
69March34° · Sea 29° · 7.1 h

In March, Pattani is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 77 mm in total. 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 good month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in March
56April35° · Sea 30° · 7.0 h

In April, Pattani is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 125 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 Pattani.

Pattani in April
54May34° · Sea 31° · 6.1 h

In May, Pattani 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. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 160 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 Pattani.

Pattani in May
56June34° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h

In June, Pattani is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 138 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 Pattani.

Pattani in June
57July34° · Sea 30° · 5.8 h

In July, Pattani is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 139 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in July
57August33° · Sea 30° · 5.8 h

In August, Pattani is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 158 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 a so-so month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in August
58September33° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h

In September, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 184 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in September
59October32° · Sea 29° · 4.6 h

In October, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 278 mm. On about 29 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 Pattani.

Pattani in October
64November31° · Sea 29° · 4.1 h

In November, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 343 mm. On about 23 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 Pattani.

Pattani in November
65December30° · Sea 28° · 4.4 h

In December, Pattani is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 265 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Pattani.

Pattani in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Pattani

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 February (23°), the warmest in May (25°). 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 365 days a year.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 32°Night 24°Sea 29°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan7531°23°27.8°5.8 h1396
FebruaryFeb8133°23°28.0°7.0 h746
MarchMar6934°23°28.7°7.1 h1277
AprilApr5635°24°29.9°7.0 h19125
MayMay5434°25°30.5°6.1 h24160
JuneJun5634°25°30.4°6.0 h21138
JulyJul5734°24°30.1°5.8 h20139
AugustAug5733°24°29.9°5.8 h22158
SeptemberSep5833°24°29.6°5.3 h24184
OctoberOct5932°24°29.3°4.6 h28278
NovemberNov6431°24°28.9°4.1 h27343
DecemberDec6530°24°28.2°4.4 h22265

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

6.87° N, 101.25° E · 8 m · Asia/Bangkok

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Pattani

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October29.3°Cvery warm

8 in 10 years: 28.9 – 29.9 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 29.3°8 in 10 years 28.9° – 29.9°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Pattani ranges from 27.8 °C in January to 30.5 °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 29.9 and 30.9 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan27.8°27.2°28.3°warm
FebruaryFeb28.0°27.6°28.5°warm
MarchMar28.7°28.1°29.3°warm
AprilApr29.9°29.4°30.3°very warm
MayMay30.5°29.9°30.9°very warm
JuneJun30.4°29.9°30.7°very warm
JulyJul30.1°29.6°30.4°very warm
AugustAug29.9°29.6°30.3°very warm
SeptemberSep29.6°29.2°29.9°very warm
OctoberOct29.3°28.9°29.9°very warm
NovemberNov28.9°28.4°29.3°warm
DecemberDec28.2°27.6°28.7°warm
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Pattani

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,100 hours
Sunniest month
Mar · 7.1 h a day
Least sunshine
Nov · 4.1 h a day
OctoberSunshine 4.6 hDaylight 12.0 hShare of daylight 38 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 4.6 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Pattani, 38 % 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 Pattani: 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.

Per year
2,009 mm on 239 days
Wettest month
Nov · 343 mm
Driest month
Feb · 46 mm
OctoberRainy days 28Rainfall 278 mm

In October, Pattani has about 28 rainy days with 278 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Pattani

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in April (UV 14).

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 Pattani

How breezy and how cloudy Pattani 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.

Year average
13 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Feb · 18 km/h
Calmest month
Jun · 11 km/h
OctoberWind 11 km/hBeaufort 2
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Pattani typically peaks at 11 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.

Year average
78 % · mostly cloudy
Clearest month
Feb · 62 %
Cloudiest month
Oct · 88 %
OctoberCloud cover 88 %Sunshine 4.6 h

In October, cloud covers on average 88 % of the sky over Pattani: mostly overcast, with about 4.6 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 Pattani

How often the day gets hot in Pattani (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
334 days
Hottest month
Apr · 35 °C
Hot months
All year

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 29Daytime high 32 °C

In October, Pattani has about 29 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 Pattani

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Pattani 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.

Pattani has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 70) and its weakest during May half-term (score 54).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    60

    Good

    • 34 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 7.0 h of sun a day
    • 16 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    54

    Fair

    • 34 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 6.1 h of sun a day
    • 23 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    57

    Fair

    • 33 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 5.8 h of sun a day
    • 22 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    59

    Fair

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 4.6 h of sun a day
    • 28 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    70

    GoodBest holidays

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 5.1 h of sun a day
    • 17 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 12 h 50 min
Distance
10,210 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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Pattani vs Narathiwat

In October Narathiwat has the better holiday weather (score 64 vs 59). During the day it is about as warm in Narathiwat as in Pattani. The sea is about equally warm.

Pattani vs Narathiwat, in October
in OctoberPattaniNarathiwat
Holiday weather score5964
Daytime high32°32°
Sea29°29°
Sunshine5 h5 h
Rainy days2827
Best timeJan – MarJan – Apr

Through the year

OctoberPattani 32°Narathiwat 32°
PattaniNarathiwat
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Ranking

Thailand in October: the best places

In October, Pattani ranks 18 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. Ko Kut31°29°67
  2. 2Ko Chang31°29°67
  3. 3Pattaya31°30°67
  4. 4Koh Samui31°29°66
  5. 5Ko Pha-ngan28°29°66
  6. 6Koh Tao29°29°66
  7. 7Hua Hin31°29°66
  8. 8Laem Chabang32°30°65
  9. 18PattaniThis page32°29°59
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  2. 75 % similar66Koh SamuiThailand31°29°Best time: Jan – Mar
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  4. 74 % similar60PhuketThailand32°29°Best time: Nov – Mar

Frequently asked questions about Pattani

When is the best time to visit Pattani?

The best time to visit Pattani is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Pattani?

The sea temperature in Pattani ranges from 27.8 °C in January to 30.5 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Pattani in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath.

What is the warmest month in Pattani?

April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 24 °C. December is the coolest month at 30 °C.

When does it rain most in Pattani?

The rainy season is from October to December; the wettest month is November with 343 mm. The driest month is February with 46 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Pattani get?

Pattani gets around 2,100 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 7.1 hours a day; in November there are 4.1 hours a day.

What time zone is Pattani in?

Pattani is on UTC+7 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Pattani?

A nonstop flight from London to Pattani takes about 12 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,210 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.

Which school holidays are best for Pattani?

Pattani has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 70) and its weakest during May half-term (score 54). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 54, summer holidays 57, October half-term 59, Christmas holidays 70.