If you plan to visit Bangkok in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +32°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 186 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
October is usually the wettest month of the year in Bangkok;
Average weather
☀️
+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+19°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
186 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
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 +34°C during the day to a minimum of +25°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +33°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +32°C.
Is Bangkok warm or cold in October?
Bangkok is typically hot in October.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +26°C to +25°C.
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.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+32°C
+32°C
+32°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+19°C
+15°C
Max. temperature
+37°C
+37°C
+36°C
Rainfall
232 mm
186 mm
46 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
79%
79%
72%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
0
1
4
Cloudy days
1
5
14
Rainy days
15
13
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +32°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 232 mm to 186 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 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 speed in Bangkok in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 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 81% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 176 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
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 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 October in Bangkok?
This is the weather in Bangkok in October 2023:
1 October
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+34°C
2 October
☁️
+34°C
3 October
🌧️
+34°C
4 October
🌧️
+31°C
5 October
🌧️
+32°C
6 October
🌧️
+31°C
7 October
🌧️
+33°C
8 October
🌧️
+33°C
9 October
🌧️
+33°C
10 October
🌧️
+31°C
11 October
🌧️
+32°C
12 October
☁️
+33°C
13 October
☁️
+34°C
14 October
☁️
+34°C
15 October
☁️
+34°C
16 October
☁️
+33°C
17 October
☁️
+33°C
18 October
☁️
+33°C
19 October
☁️
+33°C
20 October
☁️
+34°C
21 October
🌧️
+32°C
22 October
☁️
+33°C
23 October
☁️
+34°C
24 October
☁️
+34°C
25 October
☁️
+32°C
26 October
🌧️
+33°C
27 October
☁️
+33°C
28 October
☁️
+33°C
29 October
☁️
+32°C
30 October
☁️
+32°C
31 October
☁️
+32°C
In October 2023 Bangkok had 0 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Bangkok climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Bangkok in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+32°C) and the highest in 2020 (+34°C). 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 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.
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.