Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Bangkok in November
This is the coldest month in Bangkok: highs average 87°F (30°C) and lows 71°F (22°C), with about 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain.
It scores 70/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (39 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What November feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights cool to an average low of 71°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 80%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 1.5 in (39 mm) for the month.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (December & January).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.5 in (39 mm) after 8.0 in (203 mm) in October.
- Comfort improves from 40/100 in October to 70/100.
- November sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bangkok in November
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Jay Fai
Michelin-starred street-food stall known for crab omelets cooked over charcoal.
Why now November scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sky Bar at Lebua
Open-air bar 63 floors up on the State Tower, overlooking the river.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Jim Thompson House
Teak houses and gardens of the American silk merchant who disappeared in 1967.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Lumphini Park
Downtown park with a lake, paddle boats and monitor lizards.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Wat Pho
Temple of the 46-meter Reclining Buddha and a famous traditional massage school.
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Bangkok?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 70/100 against a best of 79 in December & January. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain. November is inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
How hot is Bangkok in November?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 71°F (22°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in November?
Not much: about 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1361 mm).
What should I pack for Bangkok in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Bangkok to the Andaman Nov – Mar
Planning Bangkok in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.