Kanchanaburi — Town brimming with nature and history. Khao Yai National Park — The oldest nature reserve with wild elephants. Koh Samet — White sandy beaches, only three hours from Bangkok. In between showers — there is still heavy rainfall — there are plenty of moments of sunshine and gorgeous weather! So what are you waiting for?! Koh Phangan — Serene island that hosts large beach parties. Koh Samui — Popular island with long beaches and luxury accommodation. August is the wettest month in the north of Thailand.
With a monthly average rainfall of 20 days, expect rain almost every day. The northern National Parks are stunningly green and a jungle hike will seem very tempting. Chiang Mai — A great city surrounded by nature and rich in culture. Chiang Rai — Gorgeous natural surroundings and best known for the white temple. Mae Hong Son — Mountain tribes and rice fields near the Burmese border.
The weather is still good in most areas of Thailand in February, which makes it another popular month for tourism. Even so, head to the Red Lotus Sea in Udon Thani for a romantic boat ride — the lake blooms in the cool season, and is covered in beautiful pink lotus flowers.
Chinese New Year typically falls in February, though the exact dates vary from year to year. Go anywhere with a large Chinese population — such as Chinatown in Bangkok — to watch lion dances, acrobatic demonstrations, Chinese opera shows and dragon dances.
The Buddhist celebration and Thai national holiday of Makha Bucha Day often falls in February, too, although precise dates vary each year. Observe spiritual rituals in temples and see people making merit, praying and chanting; Wat Saket in Bangkok is especially atmospheric. Alternatively, move away from the mainstream and head to the Makha Bucha fair in Prachinburi for processions, cultural demonstrations and a lantern release.
Beach lovers can soak up the sun on either of the southern coasts, with business booming in places such as Phuket and Koh Samui, and Krabi Naga Fest brings music to the beaches.
In March, temperatures really start to heat up. The three-day Pattaya International Music Festival is one of the best music festivals in Thailand , and is free to attend.
Again, check the dates. National Muay Thai Day, on 17 March, is a great time to learn more about this traditional martial art and its place in Thai culture. Although many stadiums and Muay Thai camps around the country have demonstrations and events, the ancient city of Ayutthaya is the best place for martial arts fans to spend the day. April is one of the hottest months in Thailand. Drink plenty of water, slap on the suncream and make the shade your friend. There are huge water fights across the nation, and three public holidays running from 13 to 15 April, with extra days to compensate if these fall over the weekend.
Bangkok, Phuket and Chiang Mai are the best places to get wet and wild. April is also traditionally the time that Thai men temporarily ordain as monks prior to marriage in order to learn more about Buddhism and how to be a good husband, with large ceremonies to mark the auspicious occasions.
Another hot month in Thailand, May is the best time to travel to some of the more offbeat destinations in the country and experience unusual festivals. Chanthaburi, famous for the local gem trade, hosts the Chanthaburi Fruit Festival every May exact dates vary , with competitions and games, sales fairs, parades featuring floats adorned with fruit and lots of tasting opportunities. If you want to welcome May with a bang, visit Yasothon in northeast Thailand. Usually held on the second weekend of the month, the Bun Bang Fai Festival sees locals launching rockets into the skies in the hope of receiving rain.
Dates for the Buddhist holiday of Visakha Bucha Day follow the lunar calendar and so vary each year. A public holiday, it is the most significant event for Thai Buddhists, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Lord Buddha. Temples up and down the nation are filled with people making merit. A local spiritual festival, it features musical parades with people dressed in elaborate ghost costumes with huge masks.
The festival seeks to appease spirits and seek rains. The exact dates vary each year and are set by sages and astrologers, but June is a fairly common month for the ghostly festival. July is generally a pretty wet month all around Thailand and it often feels very humid. Speaking of jungles, this can be a terrific month to visit national parks; the rains fill up the waterfalls and the landscapes are lush and fertile.
Fans of underwater explorations should don their diving gear and snorkelling equipment this month, with July and August the best and busiest times for diving around Koh Tao. The Buddhist holiday of Asahna Bucha is a national holiday, too. Dates vary according to the lunar cycle, and it marks the start of Vassa, often referred to as Buddhist Lent. Special ceremonies are held in temples around the country and the central Thai province of Saraburi has a large religious parade.
August is typically the wettest month all around Thailand. Prepare with rain ponchos, slip-proof shoes and umbrellas; backpackers should have waterproof covers for their bags. Make a list of the best indoor activities; the many temples, museums, art galleries and malls in Bangkok make it the perfect city — come rain or shine.
Foodies should also add the Hua Hin Food Festival to their itinerary. So, it is the best time to explore the countryside and some of the forest parks. Another reason is that August is the shoulder season. A trip to Thailand in this period can be cost-effective. If you are planning a trip to Thailand in August and are looking for the best places to visit, you can get some ideas from our list.
From fun outdoor activities to indoor cultural sites, and from energetic cities to sunny islands, you will find something to interest you in Thailand.
Besides, the lack of heavy rainfall makes Koh Samui a perfect destination for your August trip. You can fully enjoy yourself in the palm-fringed beaches, dense coconut groves, and mountainous rainforest.
Chaweng beach, Lamai beach, Maenam beach, and Bophut beach are the most popular beaches in Koh Samui. Good weather provides favorable conditions for water sports. You can choose to swim, ride a banana boat, jet ski, kitesurf, and kayak. Koh Samui offers many activities for families with kids, such as football golf. There are also many water parks. If you want to find a place to dive, you can go to Koh Tao, a 2-hour journey from Koh Samui. It is one of the best diving spots in Thailand.
The beaches there are long and narrow with soft, white sand. To the west of the beaches are green hills, while the blue ocean lies on the east. Hua Hin was the summer resort of the Thai royal family till recently.
Many palaces were built there for the royal family to spend their holidays. Nowadays, Hua Hin has become more and more popular among visitors. The white palace framed against the blue sky is a visual treat. It was the first coastal natural park in Thailand with a primitive beach and a variety of flowers, birds, and mysterious caves.
Koh Phangan is 15 km 9 m north of Koh Samui. This beach is also the busiest area on the island, with all kinds of bars, restaurants, and shops.
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