Thailand weather & when to go: January

January Overview

North Thailand is likely to be cool and dry, enjoying a refreshing breeze, perfect conditions for visitors in need of a break from the heat further south (avg temp: 20-24°C). Bangkok is also dry although warmer due in part to its lower altitude. Temperatures are expected to hover in the high 20’s°C throughout the month.
In the south, conditions on the beaches are similar from one coast to the other, however whilst on the west you can expect little if any rain, the east will most likely be feeling the tail end of its rainy season and therefore the odd short shower is to be expected, especially early in the month.

(- continued:) January Overview

- On both coasts you can expect a cooling breeze, helping to keep the temperatures more moderate than later in the year (avg temp: 26-29°C).
At this time of year water levels are high in coastal areas. This reduces the depth of the beach, with some bays losing sight of the sand altogether at times.

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