Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Bangkok in August
Little changes in Bangkok from July: highs stay near 88°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 37/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 7.1 in (181 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 92%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 37/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 88°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
With 82% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.1 in (181 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 92%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are December & January.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 26.1 in (662 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from July (39 → 37/100).
- Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes88°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bangkok in August
With 7.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Thipsamai Pad Thai
Famous pad thai shop since 1966, including a version wrapped in egg.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Huge weekend market with over 10,000 stalls selling clothes, crafts and food.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Wat Arun
Riverside temple with a porcelain-covered spire, reached by a short ferry.
Jay Fai
Michelin-starred street-food stall known for crab omelets cooked over charcoal.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 88°F.
Grand Palace
Royal complex housing Wat Phra Kaew and the Emerald Buddha.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bangkok in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Bangkok?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 37/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are December & January. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain. Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bangkok in August?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in August?
Yes: about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1361 mm).
What should I pack for Bangkok in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (88°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
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