Climate in Pattaya — Annual Weather Overview
Pattaya has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is April (average high 32.4°C) and the coolest is October (29.5°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 2.9°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 1548mm. September is the wettest month at 324.3mm, while December averages just 22.5mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.6 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 32.1°C, 267mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 30.7°C, 457mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 29.8°C, 721mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 30.6°C, 103mm rain.
Pattaya — Monthly Temperatures
Pattaya — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Pattaya stays reasonable all year.
Pattaya weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.4°C | 22.6°C | 26.9mm | 10.8h | 6 | 10/10 |
| February | 31.0°C | 23.7°C | 53.7mm | 10.7h | 8 | 10/10 |
| March | 31.8°C | 25.5°C | 62.8mm | 10.7h | 12 | 10/10 |
| April | 32.4°C | 26.4°C | 89.6mm | 10.5h | 16 | 10/10 |
| May | 32.0°C | 26.9°C | 114.6mm | 10.1h | 18 | 9/10 |
| June | 31.4°C | 27.0°C | 102.4mm | 9.9h | 16 | 9/10 |
| July | 30.4°C | 26.5°C | 180.3mm | 8.5h | 23 | 9/10 |
| August | 30.4°C | 26.5°C | 174.2mm | 8.4h | 18 | 9/10 |
| September | 29.6°C | 25.6°C | 324.3mm | 7.3h | 26 | 8/10 |
| October | 29.5°C | 24.6°C | 276.8mm | 7.7h | 23 | 8/10 |
| November | 30.3°C | 24.1°C | 119.9mm | 9.6h | 16 | 9/10 |
| December | 30.3°C | 22.8°C | 22.5mm | 10.5h | 6 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Pattaya and the Pattaya rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Pattaya have?
Pattaya has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 29.5°C in October to 32.4°C in April.
What is the hottest month in Pattaya?
April is the hottest month in Pattaya, with average highs of 32.4°C and lows of 26.4°C.
What is the coldest month in Pattaya?
October is the coolest month, with average highs of 29.5°C and lows of 22.6°C.
What is the wettest month in Pattaya?
September is the wettest month, averaging 324.3mm of rainfall over around 26 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Pattaya?
Rainy season in Pattaya runs May to November, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Pattaya get per year?
Pattaya receives around 1548mm of rain per year. The driest month is December (22.5mm).
When is the best time to visit Pattaya?
The best time to visit Pattaya is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.