August is the month the humidity wins. The rain is a daily appointment, the parks are at their greenest and the summer visitors are getting their last week in before September turns the city quiet.
Weather#
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Days | Low 30s °C, heavy humidity |
| Nights | High 20s |
| Rain | Most afternoons or evenings, plus some all-day grey |
| Rivers and canals | High and brown |
July is nearly the same; September is wetter. Weather by month.
What's on#
Mother's Day on 12 August, a public holiday for the Queen Mother's birthday: blue bunting, portraits, evening candle ceremonies, and a lot of jasmine for sale. A gentle day to be in the city. The temples are busy with families.
Morning Bangkok, afternoon Bangkok#
Mornings for the river, the floating markets, Ayutthaya and the temples. Afternoons for the malls, museums, a cooking class, a massage, a long coffee in Ari or Thonglor. Evenings for street food and the rooftop bars, which are spectacular after a storm.
Crowds and prices#
Low season with summer visitors: busier than May or June, cheaper than anything from November on. Hotels discount, tours have space. Where to stay; Bangkok on a budget.
What to pack#
Quick-dry clothes, sandals, a proper rain shell, a dry bag, mosquito repellent (the standing water brings them out), and a layer for the air conditioning. What to wear in Bangkok.
Plan it#
The 3-day itinerary with mornings outside and afternoons under a roof. Post your dates on Roavi Community. A Local Friend can tell you which afternoon to risk and which to spend in a noodle shop.
Bangkok in August? Green, wet and cheap. Do it the local way.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Bangkok in August?
Low thirties Celsius by day, high twenties at night, humid, with a storm on most afternoons or evenings and a handful of grey, rainy days across the month. It is one of the wetter months, though September is wetter still.Is 12 August a holiday in Thailand?
Yes. It is Mother's Day, the birthday of Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. Government offices close, there are ceremonies and candle-lighting in the evening, and the city is decorated in blue.Is Bangkok busy in August?
Moderately. Family holidaymakers from Europe and the US are still here until the schools go back. It is quieter than the dry season and prices remain low-season.Can I do a day trip from Bangkok in August?
Yes, leave early. Ayutthaya, the floating markets and Kanchanaburi all work in the morning. Be back, or under cover, by mid-afternoon.
