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When to go
Thailand in April
Where the weather works in April, and where to skip.
- Best
Gulf coast (Samui, Pha Ngan, Tao, Songkhla)
Hot, dry and calm.
- Good
The East coast and islands
Hot, seas still calm.
- Good
Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Satun)
Hot. Seas still mostly calm.
- Avoid if you can
The North
Hot and smoky until the first rains. Songkran mid-month.
- Avoid if you can
Isan
The hottest month in the hottest region, often near 40°C. Songkran mid-month.
- Avoid if you can
Bangkok, Central and the West
Hottest month. Songkran mid-month.
Festivals in April
- Songkran (Thai New Year), Nationwide. 13 to 15 April.
- Phanom Rung Festival, Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram. Early April.
Many festival dates follow the lunar calendar. Check this year's dates before you book.
Places with good weather in April
Common questions
Is April a good time to visit Thailand?
Yes for Gulf coast (Samui, Pha Ngan, Tao, Songkhla). It is the worst time for The North, Isan, Bangkok, Central and the West.
What festivals are on in Thailand in April?
Songkran (Thai New Year) in Nationwide (13 to 15 April) Phanom Rung Festival in Phanom Rung Historical Park, Buriram (Early April)
General climate patterns from the Thai Meteorological Department (tmd.go.th). Weather varies year to year; treat this as a guide, not a forecast.