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When to go
Thailand in January
Where the weather works in January, and where to skip.
- Best
The North
Cool, dry and clear. Chilly mornings in the mountains.
- Best
Isan
Cool and dry. Harvest is in and roads are easy.
- Best
Bangkok, Central and the West
Driest and least humid month.
- Best
The East coast and islands
Calm seas, dry and clear.
- Best
Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Satun)
Dry, calm seas, best visibility for snorkeling.
- Good
Gulf coast (Samui, Pha Ngan, Tao, Songkhla)
Northeast monsoon tailing off. Some showers early in the month.
Festivals in January
- Bo Sang Umbrella Festival, Bo Sang, near Chiang Mai. Usually the third weekend of January.
Many festival dates follow the lunar calendar. Check this year's dates before you book.
Places with good weather in January
Common questions
Is January 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 January?
Bo Sang Umbrella Festival in Bo Sang, near Chiang Mai (Usually the third weekend of January)
General climate patterns from the Thai Meteorological Department (tmd.go.th). Weather varies year to year; treat this as a guide, not a forecast.