Pattaya Weather
Eastern Gulf coast · Live forecast, monthly climate & best time to visit
28°C
Overcast · Pattaya, right now
Is it raining right now in Pattaya?
No — Pattaya is dry right now (overcast, 28°C).
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Best time to visit Pattaya
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 Pattaya 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.
Pattaya monthly climate
| Month | Avg. high | Rainy days | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 3 days | Cool, dry and breezy — the most comfortable month. |
| February | 33°C | 3 days | Dry with rising heat; good visibility for offshore diving. |
| March | 33°C | 5 days | Warming up, still mostly dry. |
| April | 34°C | 7 days | Hottest month; Songkran brings citywide water celebrations. |
| May | 33°C | 14 days | Rainy season starts; expect brief, heavy afternoon storms. |
| June | 32°C | 13 days | Regular but short-lived showers. |
| July | 32°C | 14 days | Rain continues; the sea can be choppier for day-trip boats. |
| August | 31°C | 15 days | Consistent rain and lush green surroundings. |
| September | 31°C | 17 days | The wettest month of the year. |
| October | 31°C | 15 days | Rain begins to taper off through the month. |
| November | 31°C | 7 days | Dry season returns with pleasant evenings on the waterfront. |
| December | 31°C | 3 days | Peak season — dry, warm and busy with visitors. |
Typical climate normals compiled from long-term regional patterns — a guide to what to expect, not a live forecast.
Packing & season tips
- Pack for Pattaya: Beachwear plus a compact umbrella for May–October afternoon showers; light layers for breezy evenings on the waterfront.
- 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 Pattaya?
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 Pattaya?
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 Pattaya hot all year round?
Yes — average daytime highs run from about 31°C in the coolest month to 34°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 Pattaya?
Beachwear plus a compact umbrella for May–October afternoon showers; light layers for breezy evenings on the waterfront.
Is Pattaya's weather the same as Bangkok's?
Very similar. Pattaya sits on the eastern Gulf coast but, unlike Koh Samui further south, it still follows the same southwest monsoon pattern as Bangkok — wet roughly May to October, dry and busiest November to April.