Hua Hin Weather
Upper Gulf coast · Live forecast, monthly climate & best time to visit
27°C
Overcast · Hua Hin, right now
Is it raining right now in Hua Hin?
No — Hua Hin is dry right now (overcast, 27°C).
Mon
33°27°
💧 41%
Tue
35°25°
💧 43%
Wed
34°26°
💧 49%
Thu
33°26°
💧 43%
Fri
35°27°
💧 65%
Sat
34°26°
💧 67%
Sun
32°27°
💧 73%
Best time to visit Hua Hin
Thailand doesn't have a single rainy season — it has two, running in opposite directions. The Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi) faces the Indian Ocean and takes the brunt of the southwest monsoon from roughly May to October. The Gulf of Thailand coast around Koh Samui faces the other way and instead gets its wettest weather from the northeast monsoon around October to December — often staying drier during the mainland's rainy season. Bangkok and the upper Gulf (Pattaya, Hua Hin) follow the same broad May–October pattern as the Andaman coast, while Chiang Mai and the north add a hot, hazy “burning season” from around February to April.
For Hua Hin specifically: Nov–Apr sees the fewest rain days of the year, while May–Oct is the wettest stretch. Rain rarely lasts all day — see the FAQs below for what to expect.
Hua Hin monthly climate
| Month | Avg. high | Rainy days | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 2 days | Dry, breezy and mild by Thai standards. |
| February | 32°C | 2 days | One of the driest months anywhere on the Gulf coast. |
| March | 33°C | 4 days | Warming up; still very little rain. |
| April | 33°C | 5 days | Hot with the occasional afternoon shower. |
| May | 33°C | 10 days | Rainy season begins gently — Hua Hin stays drier than Bangkok. |
| June | 32°C | 9 days | Light, short showers; a local rain-shadow effect keeps totals low. |
| July | 32°C | 10 days | Mild rain continues; a good-value shoulder season. |
| August | 32°C | 11 days | Still comparatively dry for the season. |
| September | 31°C | 14 days | The rainiest stretch of the year, though showers stay brief. |
| October | 31°C | 13 days | Rain begins easing through the month. |
| November | 31°C | 6 days | Dry season returns; a favorite weekend escape for Bangkok residents. |
| December | 31°C | 2 days | Dry, sunny and popular for weekend trips. |
Typical climate normals compiled from long-term regional patterns — a guide to what to expect, not a live forecast.
Packing & season tips
- Pack for Hua Hin: Breathable resort wear — Hua Hin sits in a rain shadow, so you can generally pack lighter for rain than elsewhere on the Gulf coast.
- Sun protection: Thailand's tropical latitude means strong UV year-round, even on cloudy or rainy days.
- Book ahead in peak season: the driest months are also the busiest and most expensive for flights and hotels.
- Rainy season isn't a reason to skip a trip: expect lower prices, fewer crowds and lush scenery — just plan indoor backup options for late afternoons.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hua Hin?
Nov–Apr tends to be the best window — rainfall is well below the yearly average and days are more reliably sunny. Avoid May–Oct if you'd rather not plan around rain.
Does it rain all day during the rainy season in Hua Hin?
Usually not. Thailand's monsoon rain typically falls as short, heavy afternoon or evening downpours that clear within an hour or two, rather than all-day drizzle — mornings are often dry even in the wettest months.
Is Hua Hin hot all year round?
Yes — average daytime highs run from about 31°C in the coolest month to 33°C in the hottest, so it's warm to hot year-round by most visitors' standards. Humidity, not just temperature, is what changes most through the year.
What should I pack for Hua Hin?
Breathable resort wear — Hua Hin sits in a rain shadow, so you can generally pack lighter for rain than elsewhere on the Gulf coast.
Why does Hua Hin get less rain than Bangkok?
Hua Hin sits partly in the rain shadow of the mountains along the Thailand–Myanmar border, which weakens the southwest monsoon by the time it reaches the coast. It follows the same wet-season timing as Bangkok (roughly May–October) but with noticeably fewer rain days.