AI-generatedRanong at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Mar · 35°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,150 h
- Rain a year
- 2,729 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Elevation
- 38 m
Climate in Ranong
Ranong has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. March is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while September is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,150 hours of sunshine a year, Ranong is moderately sunny; February is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ranong
The best time to visit Ranong is from December to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to March. From February to April it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is September with 395 mm.
Ranong through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ranong in the dry season
Nov – Apr
Good
- 32–35 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 72 rainy days in all
Ranong in the rainy season
May – Oct
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 167 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb – Apr
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 – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: December – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:1318:09
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 06:00–06:42 · evening 17:41–18:22
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:52–06:00 · evening 18:22–18:30
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 Ranong compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.8 h |
What is the weather like in Ranong in October?
In October, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 393 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ranong.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 55 min06:13 – 18:09
- UV index
- 12 · 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
- 24 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %99 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %25 %
- 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 Ranong
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Ranong: score 83 against 65. In January, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in January. January has 21 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 83better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 28.6° | 27.9° |
| Sunshine | 4.5 h | 7.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 28 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 393 mm | 55 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ranong month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January33° · Sea 28° · 7.2 h
In January, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 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 Ranong.
Ranong in January80February34° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In February, Ranong is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Ranong.
Ranong in February68March35° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In March, Ranong is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °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 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 99 mm in total. 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 Ranong.
Ranong in March57April35° · Sea 30° · 7.3 h
In April, Ranong is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 187 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 Ranong.
Ranong in April60May33° · Sea 30° · 5.6 h
In May, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 322 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 a good month for a holiday in Ranong.
Ranong in May65June31° · Sea 29° · 5.2 h
In June, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 293 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Ranong.
Ranong in June66July31° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In July, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 330 mm. On about 25 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 Ranong.
Ranong in July66August31° · Sea 29° · 4.8 h
In August, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 324 mm. On about 24 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 Ranong.
Ranong in August64September31° · Sea 29° · 4.3 h
In September, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 395 mm. On about 21 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 Ranong.
Ranong in September65October31° · Sea 29° · 4.5 h
In October, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 393 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ranong.
Ranong in October65November32° · Sea 29° · 5.3 h
In November, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 205 mm. On about 26 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 Ranong.
Ranong in November80December32° · Sea 28° · 6.4 h
In December, Ranong is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 88 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, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Ranong.
Ranong in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in March: 35°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ranong
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 (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 363 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 | 83 | 33° | 22° | 27.9° | 7.2 h | 7 | 55 |
| FebruaryFeb | 80 | 34° | 23° | 28.5° | 7.8 h | 6 | 39 |
| MarchMar | 68 | 35° | 24° | 29.3° | 7.8 h | 11 | 99 |
| AprilApr | 57 | 35° | 25° | 30.1° | 7.3 h | 19 | 187 |
| MayMay | 60 | 33° | 25° | 30.1° | 5.6 h | 28 | 322 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 31° | 25° | 29.4° | 5.2 h | 26 | 293 |
| JulyJul | 66 | 31° | 24° | 29.0° | 4.7 h | 28 | 330 |
| AugustAug | 66 | 31° | 24° | 28.8° | 4.8 h | 28 | 324 |
| SeptemberSep | 64 | 31° | 24° | 28.6° | 4.3 h | 28 | 395 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 31° | 24° | 28.6° | 4.5 h | 28 | 393 |
| NovemberNov | 65 | 32° | 24° | 28.6° | 5.3 h | 20 | 205 |
| DecemberDec | 80 | 32° | 23° | 28.1° | 6.4 h | 10 | 88 |
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
9.97° N, 98.63° E · 38 m · Asia/Bangkok
Sea temperatureUp to 30° in April
Sea temperature in Ranong
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.2 – 29.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ranong ranges from 27.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in April, while the air already peaks in March. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 29.3 and 30.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.9° | 27.2° | 28.7° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.5° | 27.9° | 28.9° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.7° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 30.1° | 29.3° | 30.7° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.1° | 29.2° | 30.8° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.4° | 28.6° | 30.0° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.5° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.1° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.6° | 28.0° | 29.1° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.1° | 27.4° | 28.9° | warm |
Sunshine2,150 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Ranong
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 4.5 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Ranong, 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.
Rain2,729 mm a year, most in September
Rain in Ranong: 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, Ranong has about 28 rainy days with 393 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 13 in April
UV index in Ranong
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (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 & cloudsWindiest in August: 16 km/h
Wind and clouds in Ranong
How breezy and how cloudy Ranong 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 Ranong 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.
In October, cloud covers on average 88 % of the sky over Ranong: mostly overcast, with about 4.5 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 & humidity322 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Ranong
How often the day gets hot in Ranong (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, Ranong has about 24 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °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 Ranong
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Ranong 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.
Ranong has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 60).
- 60
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 61
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 66
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 82
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 8 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.
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Ranong vs Chumphon
In October the holiday weather in Ranong and Chumphon is about equally good (score 65 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Chumphon as in Ranong. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Ranong | Chumphon |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 26 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
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Thailand in October: the best places
In October, Ranong ranks 7 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Koh Tao30°29°66
- 3Koh Samui31°29°66
- 4Ko Pha-ngan28°29°66
- 5Hua Hin31°29°66
- 6Ko Kut31°29°66
- 7RanongThis page31°29°65
- 8Laem Chabang32°30°65
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Frequently asked questions about Ranong
When is the best time to visit Ranong?
The best time to visit Ranong is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ranong?
The sea temperature in Ranong ranges from 27.9 °C in January to 30.1 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Ranong in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Ranong?
March is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 24 °C. September is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Ranong?
The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is September with 395 mm. The driest month is February with 39 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ranong get?
Ranong gets around 2,150 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 7.8 hours a day; in September there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Ranong in?
Ranong is on UTC+7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ranong?
A nonstop flight from London to Ranong 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 Ranong?
Ranong has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 60). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 61, summer holidays 66, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 82.