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When to go
Thailand in December
Where the weather works in December, and where to skip.
- Best
The North
Cool and dry. Busiest month in the mountains.
- Best
Isan
Cool and dry. Best month for long drives.
- Best
Bangkok, Central and the West
Cool and dry. Peak season.
- Best
The East coast and islands
Dry and calm. Peak season.
- Best
Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Satun)
Dry and calm. Peak season and peak prices.
- Mixed
Gulf coast (Samui, Pha Ngan, Tao, Songkhla)
Rain easing through the month.
Festivals in December
- Sakon Nakhon Christmas Star Festival, Tha Rae, Sakon Nakhon. In the days before Christmas.
Many festival dates follow the lunar calendar. Check this year's dates before you book.
Places with good weather in December
Common questions
Is December a good time to visit Thailand?
Yes for The North, Isan, Bangkok, Central and the West, The East coast and islands, Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Satun). No region is at its worst this month.
What festivals are on in Thailand in December?
Sakon Nakhon Christmas Star Festival in Tha Rae, Sakon Nakhon (In the days before Christmas)
General climate patterns from the Thai Meteorological Department (tmd.go.th). Weather varies year to year; treat this as a guide, not a forecast.