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Bangkok in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Bangkok in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Bangkok in October 2024

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
Bangkok in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +90°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 17 rainy days with an average precipitation of 186 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • October is usually the wettest month of the year in Bangkok;

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+66°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
186 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bangkok has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Bangkok in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bangkok for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +90°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +91°F.

Is Bangkok warm or cold in October?

Bangkok is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +77°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Bangkok:

Climate in Bangkok in October

Bangkok weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+90°F+90°F+90°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+66°F+59°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+99°F+97°F
Rainfall
231 mm186 mm45 mm
Wind
0 m/s0 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
78%78%71%
Air pressure
1007 HPa1009 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
015
Cloudy days
91320
Rainy days
21175
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +90°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 231 mm to 186 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 0 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 0 to 1.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Bangkok in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 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 increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Bangkok based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 148 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October 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 70% chance of precipitation and 231 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Bangkok?

This is the weather in Bangkok in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+90°F
2 October
🌧️
+90°F
3 October
🌧️
+87°F
4 October
🌧️
+89°F
5 October
☁️
+90°F
6 October
🌧️
+88°F
7 October
🌧️
+88°F
8 October
🌧️
+90°F
9 October
🌧️
+90°F
10 October
🌧️
+88°F
11 October
☁️
+88°F
12 October
☁️
+91°F
13 October
☁️
+91°F
14 October
☁️
+91°F
15 October
☁️
+84°F
16 October
☁️
+77°F
17 October
☁️
+89°F
18 October
☀️
+91°F
19 October
☁️
+90°F
20 October
☁️
+89°F
21 October
☁️
+87°F
22 October
☁️
+91°F
23 October
☁️
+91°F
24 October
☁️
+93°F
25 October
☁️
+93°F
26 October
☁️
+91°F
27 October
🌧️
+89°F
28 October
☁️
+90°F
29 October
☁️
+91°F
30 October
☀️
+92°F
31 October
☁️
+91°F
In October 2023 Bangkok had 2 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Bangkok climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Bangkok in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+87°F) and the highest in 2019 (+95°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 49 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 334 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bangkok in October:

Is October a good time to visit Bangkok?

It’s always a good time to visit Bangkok, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Bangkok in October?

Absolutely, October 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 October?

Bangkok is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Bangkok in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bangkok in October, 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.

Monthly weather in Bangkok

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.