The short answer
When to go to Sukhothai
The best months are November to February, when the weather is dry and mornings are cool enough for the open ruins. March and April are very hot, with April averaging a daily high near 38 degrees, and the rains from May to October make paths muddy, with September the wettest. For older travellers, the cooler season makes the long, shade-poor walks between temples far more comfortable, and a midday rest is still wise.
Month by month
Sukhothai weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 18°C | 12 mm | Cool mornings, dry and clear | |
| February | 33°C | 20°C | 7 mm | Dry and warming; very good light | |
| March | 36°C | 22°C | 17 mm | Hot; visit at opening and rest at midday | |
| April | 38°C | 25°C | 68 mm | Hottest month; heat is hard on older visitors | |
| May | 35°C | 25°C | 158 mm | Rains begin; greener but humid | |
| June | 34°C | 25°C | 211 mm | Wet; paths can be muddy | |
| July | 33°C | 25°C | 148 mm | Frequent showers; fewer visitors | |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 175 mm | Wet and humid; quiet park | |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 293 mm | Wettest month; heavy rain likely | |
| October | 33°C | 24°C | 193 mm | Rains easing late in the month | |
| November | 32°C | 21°C | 6 mm | Dry and comfortable; start of the season | |
| December | 31°C | 19°C | 10 mm | Coolest, dry, ideal for ruins |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Sukhothai seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool mornings, dry and clear
- February: Dry and warming; very good light
- November: Dry and comfortable; start of the season
- December: Coolest, dry, ideal for ruins
Possible, with planning: March, May, June, July, August and October
- March: Hot; visit at opening and rest at midday
- May: Rains begin; greener but humid
- June: Wet; paths can be muddy
- July: Frequent showers; fewer visitors
- August: Wet and humid; quiet park
- October: Rains easing late in the month
Best avoided with parents or children: April and September
- April: Hottest month; heat is hard on older visitors
- September: Wettest month; heavy rain likely
Useful answers
Best time to visit Sukhothai: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Sukhothai?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Sukhothai. The best months are November to February, when the weather is dry and mornings are cool enough for the open ruins. March and April are very hot, with April averaging a daily high near 38 degrees, and the rains from May to October make paths muddy, with September the wettest. For older travellers, the cooler season makes the long, shade-poor walks between temples far more comfortable, and a midday rest is still wise.
Which months should I avoid in Sukhothai with elderly parents?
April and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hottest month; heat is hard on older visitors Wettest month; heavy rain likely
When does it rain most in Sukhothai?
September is the wettest month, with about 293 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 38°C.