Weather in Bangkok in November

How November compares

November is the 9th warmest month of the year in Bangkok and ranks 2nd of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Thailand it is 1st of 6 (Thailand in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Bangkok is 20.6°C warmer by day and 18.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Bangkok peaks at 31.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 32.8°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and almost every pass 30°C. Nights average 23.1°C; one night in ten drops to 20.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 35.3°C (2004-11-14) and the coldest night 16.0°C (2007-11-28).

Rain in November

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 42 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2017 with 99 mm, the driest 2003 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 28.6°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.9°C to 29.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in May (30.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:18 and sets about 17:47 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 54%.

Is November a good time to visit Bangkok?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain. The best months for Bangkok on our scoring are December, January, November; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Expect heat, not a gentle autumn break

Coming from London's November daytime high of 10.4°C, Bangkok will feel like a substantial change. Temperatures reach 30°C on 76% of days, so pack for consistently hot conditions rather than hoping for cooler sightseeing weather. Humidity averages 71%, which can make being active feel more tiring than the temperature alone suggests. Loose, breathable clothing, comfortable footwear and regular breaks are sensible choices. Put longer outdoor walks earlier in the day and leave room for shaded or indoor time around midday. November suits you if warmth is the priority; it is less suitable if you prefer to spend the whole day walking without managing the heat.

Rain is manageable, but sunshine is not constant

About 6 rainy days makes November a reasonable choice if you want outdoor time without planning your trip entirely around wet weather. Still, keep a light waterproof or compact umbrella handy and allow yourself to move plans around when rain arrives. Sunshine averages about 5.2 hours within 11.3 hours of daylight, so do not expect clear skies throughout the day. Cloudier spells need not spoil a city stay, though they do not remove the heat. The balance is favourable for travellers who can be flexible: there is room for outdoor plans, but booking every day around uninterrupted sunshine would be a poor fit.