Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Bangkok in July
Little changes in Bangkok from June: highs stay near 89°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), and about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 39/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 6.7 in (169 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 91%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.7 in (169 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 91%.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are December & January.
- Comfort holds steady from June (38 → 39/100).
- Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bangkok in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
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 6.7 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 6.7 in of rain.
Wat Pho
Temple of the 46-meter Reclining Buddha and a famous traditional massage school.
Jim Thompson House
Teak houses and gardens of the American silk merchant who disappeared in 1967.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Chao Phraya Express Boat
Cheap river ferry linking the old city, temples and Chinatown.
Why now Best first thing, before the 89°F afternoon heat.
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Bangkok?
It's middling, scoring 39/100. The best months are December & January, at up to 79. Expect highs of 89°F (31°C) and 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain. Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bangkok in July?
Average highs are 89°F (31°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in July?
Yes: about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1361 mm).
What should I pack for Bangkok in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.7 in of rain on average).
Planning Bangkok in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.