- Let's take a look at the map
- Beach vacation and its features
- To a meeting with the underwater kingdom
- Walks in the capital
- Useful observations
Having long and reliably occupied a warm place in the hearts of Russian beach lovers, Thailand at the time of the development of new technologies no longer looks as distant as it used to be. A modern plane is able to deliver a tourist from the Russian capital to Pattaya in less than 10 hours, and residents of the Far Eastern regions do get to the magnificent Thai beaches faster than a Muscovite to their own dacha.
When asked when is the best time to relax in Thailand, each traveler has his own answer, because the kingdom is loved by divers and naturalists, party-goers and adherents of Buddhism, romantics and admirers of oriental architecture.
Let's take a look at the map
From north to south, the territory of Thailand stretches for almost 2,000 kilometers, and therefore it is not surprising that the climatic conditions here are very diverse. The tourist season throughout the year smoothly moves from one region of the kingdom to another, and therefore Thailand is reasonably called the tourist Mecca not only of Southeast Asia, but of the entire Eastern Hemisphere.
The north of the kingdom is dominated by a humid tropical climate, subequatorial prevails in the center and some southern regions, and the weather on the border with Malaysia in the very south is determined by the close proximity to the equator. Winds play a significant role in the formation of the weather in Thailand - the southwestern and northeastern monsoons. They are the "/>
- At the end of May, the rainy season begins in the main territory of the country. It can last until November. Summer monsoon brings precipitation.
- The heaviest rainfall and most rainfall in the center of Thailand and on its east coast occurs in late summer and September.
- October is dangerous due to floods caused by moisture accumulated in irrigation systems. At the same time, the amount of precipitation no longer looks critical. At this time, walks and walking tours around Bangkok may not look very comfortable.
In general, the mainland of Thailand is characterized by three relatively clear weather seasons: winter with dry and warm weather, spring with hot and low humidity and summer, when humidity and air temperature rise inexorably until they reach their maximum levels.
As for the fluctuations of the mercury columns, they are minimal in the regions close to the equator. In the north, on the contrary, the winter and summer seasons are quite distinct, and in the mountainous regions, night and daytime temperatures differ significantly - from 0 ° С at night to + 25 ° С during the day in winter. Extremely high temperature indicators are typical for the northeastern part of the country in the summer months - up to + 40 ° С.
Beach vacation and its features
If your goal is beach relaxation and you are deciding when is the best time to relax in Thailand, pay attention to some difference in the climatic characteristics of its resorts.
Phuket Island is called paradise for a reason. This is here - the most beautiful beaches with white sand, green palm trees that favorably set off the surf, and the best hotels for a romantic vacation or vacation with the whole family. When is the best time to fly to Phuket so that the weather doesn't interfere with your perfect vacation? If you are categorically against rains, avoid the period from May to October, when tropical downpours hit the island in powerful currents, and high air humidity makes it difficult for a European who is not accustomed to such weather to feel comfortable. The optimal time to travel to Phuket is the last weeks of autumn and winter. At this time, the air warms up to + 28 ° С - + 30 ° С, water - up to + 28 ° С, and precipitation is unlikely.
The famous Pattaya is a favorite resort among fans of active recreation in every sense. Nightclubs, restaurants, shopping, excursions and just hanging out according to your interests - you will find like-minded people in one of the largest cities of the kingdom for anything. "/>
Not so popular, but still loved by Russian tourists and Thai resorts on the islands of Chang and Koh Samui. They have their own precipitation schedule, and fans of the bright sun should refrain from visiting the local resorts in June-July and November-December, respectively.
To a meeting with the underwater kingdom
Divers can also provide helpful advice on when is the best time to relax in Thailand. They are based on their own criteria, among which the most important are the water temperature, its transparency, visibility at depth, the absence of waves and the presence of representatives of the underwater world at one time or another in the observation area:
- The Andaman Sea is one of the most beautiful in this part of the planet, and diving in its waters looks especially successful between November and late spring. The optimal time for arriving on vacation with diving in Phuket and the resorts of the Krabi province.
- The east of the Gulf of Thailand is safe enough for diving throughout the calendar year. The most popular place for divers is Koh Chang.
- The western part of the bay is most suitable for practicing your favorite type of outdoor activity during the period from February to May. At this time, the largest number of divers can be seen in the hotels of Koh Samui and the small islands adjacent to it.
If you are particularly interested in the list of marine life found in a given season on dive sites, you can look forward to a selfie with a whale shark or manta rays in the second half of winter on Ko Racha and a date with leopard sharks and rays in November-March on Shark. -Pointe in the Phuket area.
Walks in the capital
Cosmopolitan Bangkok is like a colorful cauldron in which an unknown wizard prepares a special dish called oriental flavor. The interweaving of streets and canals of the Chao Phraya River, shining glass skyscrapers and ancient Buddhist temples, majestic royal palaces and shacks of the poor - all this you want to see, consider and capture for memory.
The best time to visit the capital of the Kingdom of Thailand is winter and early spring. This season you do not run the risk of getting caught in a tropical downpour or prolonged rain, and the average air temperature, although it exceeds + 28 ° C and even + 30 ° C during the day, is easily tolerated due to tolerable humidity and not too high concentration of smog in the air.
Don't forget about sun protection, which is very active in Bangkok, no matter when you fly to Thailand on vacation.
Unusual excursions in Bangkok
Useful observations
Shopaholics have their own observations about the best holiday season in Thailand. In their opinion, it is most profitable to fly to the kingdom just after Christmas, when all the malls and shops are announcing the start of a grand holiday sale. At this time, in Bangkok and other cities, you can buy branded and simply high-quality things with discounts reaching 70% or more at the peak of sales.
If you can't imagine your vacation without participating in colorful festivals, check out the calendar of celebrations and holidays that the Kingdom of Thailand is very fond of. The most popular and famous become the reason for a full house in hotels and restaurants on the eve of events:
- Flower Festival in Chiang Mai, located in the north of the country. The holiday is held in early February, and its apotheosis is the election of a flower queen.
- On the first full moon of November, Thais participate in the Loy Krathong celebrations. Offerings of gifts to Mother Water symbolize purification and hope for a new life. Banana leaf boats are decorated with candles and flowers.
- The birthday of the monarch is another important event in the life of every Thai. Once in the country on December 5, you will witness the lavish ceremonies that are held in any city in Thailand.
And finally, the most beloved holiday of the inhabitants of the Kingdom of Thailand is the New Year, celebrated in accordance with oriental traditions. It is called Songkran and if you love the colorful exoticism of Southeast Asia, the first half of April is the best time for you to relax in Thailand.
Remember that the kingdom is a very popular tourist destination throughout the year, and therefore, when planning your trip, book hotels and flights in advance. Pay special attention to this tip if your visit falls during the holidays or dry season.
