If you plan to visit Bangkok in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +91°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 21 rainy days in the month and around 141 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
141 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bangkok has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Bangkok in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bangkok for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +100°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +95°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +93°F.
Is Bangkok warm or cold in August?
Bangkok is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Bangkok:
Climate in Bangkok in August
Bangkok weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+91°F
+91°F
+90°F
Min. temperature
+75°F
+73°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+102°F
+100°F
+99°F
Rainfall
134 mm
141 mm
232 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
75%
75%
79%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1006 HPa
1007 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
2
1
1
Rainy days
21
21
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +91°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 134 mm to 141 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Bangkok in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Bangkok is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Bangkok based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 80 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Bangkok, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Bangkok wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 232 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Bangkok?
This is the weather in Bangkok in August 2023:
1 August
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+94°F
2 August
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+90°F
3 August
🌧️
+92°F
4 August
☁️
+93°F
5 August
☁️
+94°F
6 August
☁️
+94°F
7 August
☁️
+92°F
8 August
☁️
+94°F
9 August
☁️
+92°F
10 August
☁️
+97°F
11 August
☁️
+97°F
12 August
☁️
+95°F
13 August
☁️
+96°F
14 August
☁️
+96°F
15 August
☁️
+95°F
16 August
☁️
+94°F
17 August
☁️
+94°F
18 August
☁️
+98°F
19 August
☁️
+100°F
20 August
☁️
+97°F
21 August
🌧️
+91°F
22 August
☁️
+92°F
23 August
☁️
+94°F
24 August
☁️
+92°F
25 August
☁️
+94°F
26 August
☁️
+94°F
27 August
☁️
+93°F
28 August
☁️
+96°F
29 August
☁️
+93°F
30 August
☁️
+94°F
31 August
🌧️
+94°F
In August 2023 Bangkok had 0 sunny days, 28 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +95°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Bangkok climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Bangkok in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+90°F) and the highest in 2020 (+93°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 810 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2018 with 1630 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bangkok in August:
Is August a good time to visit Bangkok?
It’s always a good time to visit Bangkok, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Bangkok in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Bangkok. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Bangkok rainy in August?
Bangkok is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Bangkok in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bangkok in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Thailand
Check out the weather for other cities in Thailand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bangkok, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
