The short answer
When to go to Pattaya
The best window is November to February, when rainfall drops to a trickle and daytime highs sit near 30 to 31 °C. December and January are the driest and most pleasant, though also the busiest and most expensive for hotels. March to May is hot, with April the warmest month, so keep sightseeing to early mornings. September and October are the wettest months and can disrupt boat trips to Koh Larn. Older travellers will be most comfortable in the cooler months with a midday rest.
Month by month
Pattaya weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 16 mm | Dry and comfortable | |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 20 mm | Dry, warm and bright | |
| March | 32°C | 26°C | 47 mm | Getting hot; mornings are best | |
| April | 33°C | 26°C | 68 mm | Hottest month; sightsee early | |
| May | 33°C | 27°C | 121 mm | Hot, rains begin | |
| June | 32°C | 26°C | 132 mm | Frequent showers | |
| July | 32°C | 26°C | 104 mm | Showers; fewer crowds | |
| August | 31°C | 26°C | 91 mm | Showers, manageable | |
| September | 31°C | 25°C | 214 mm | Very wet; boat trips disrupted | |
| October | 31°C | 25°C | 225 mm | Wettest month | |
| November | 31°C | 24°C | 57 mm | Rains easing, pleasant | |
| December | 30°C | 23°C | 12 mm | Driest and coolest; busy |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Pattaya seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and comfortable
- February: Dry, warm and bright
- December: Driest and coolest; busy
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Getting hot; mornings are best
- November: Rains easing, pleasant
Possible, with planning: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Hottest month; sightsee early
- May: Hot, rains begin
- June: Frequent showers
- July: Showers; fewer crowds
- August: Showers, manageable
Best avoided with parents or children: September and October
- September: Very wet; boat trips disrupted
- October: Wettest month
Useful answers
Best time to visit Pattaya: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Pattaya?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Pattaya, with March and November also good. The best window is November to February, when rainfall drops to a trickle and daytime highs sit near 30 to 31 °C. December and January are the driest and most pleasant, though also the busiest and most expensive for hotels. March to May is hot, with April the warmest month, so keep sightseeing to early mornings. September and October are the wettest months and can disrupt boat trips to Koh Larn. Older travellers will be most comfortable in the cooler months with a midday rest.
Which months should I avoid in Pattaya with elderly parents?
September and October are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very wet; boat trips disrupted Wettest month
When does it rain most in Pattaya?
October is the wettest month, with about 225 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 33°C.