What to expect in Bangkok in November
November is a strong choice for Bangkok: 32° / 23°, with the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Bangkok weather in November
Typical conditions in Bangkok during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 32°C 90°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C 73°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 25/100 |
| Total rainfall | 48 mm1.9 in |
| Rainy days | 5 |
| Daylight | 11 h 29 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 32°C with lows near 23°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Bangkok — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 32°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in November sit around the yearly average for Bangkok — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 20% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Loy Krathong while you’re there.
- Loy Krathong — Floating lantern baskets drift down the Chao Phraya at dusk.
Bangkok in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 32° / 24° | Low | $ | 61 |
| October | 32° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| November · This month | 32° / 23° | High | $$ | 51 |
| December | 32° / 21° | High | $$$ | 45 |
| January | 33° / 22° | High | $$$ | 44 |
These months score higher for Bangkok on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
