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WHEN TO VISIT
Bangkok’s climate is governed by three seasons, though in reality the city sits firmly within the tropics and so enjoys warm days and nights year-round. The so-called cool season, which runs from November through February, is the pleasantest time to visit; days are invariably bright and clear, and temperatures average a manageable 27°C (though they can still reach a broiling 31°C at midday). Not surprisingly this is peak season for the tourist industry, so it’s well worth booking accommodation and flights in advance over this period; prices for hotel rooms are at their highest during this time, rising to a climax at Christmas and New Year. March sees the beginning of the hot season, when temperatures can rise to 36°C, and continue to do so beyond the end of April. During these sweltering months you’ll probably be glad of an air-conditioned hotel room and may find yourself spending more money than anticipated, simply because it’s more comfortable to travel across the city in!
an air-conditioned taxi rather than sweat it out on foot (though air-con buses are a good compromise option and the Skytrain the preferred alternative where available). The daily downpours that characterize the rainy season can come as a welcome relief, though being hot and wet is a sensation that doesn’t appeal to everyone. The rainy season varies in length and intensity from year to year, but usually starts with a bang in May, gathers force between June and August, and comes to a peak in September and October, when whole districts of the capital are flooded. Rain rarely lasts all day however, so as long as you’re armed with an umbrella, there’s no reason to reschedule your trip – and you’ll get more for your money, too, as many hotels and airlines drop their prices right down at this time of year.
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