Weather · January

Bangkok weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

Bangkok

January in Bangkok: changeable weather. Roughly 11h 17m of daylight, with light from about 06:40 to 17:56. January isn't peak season in Bangkok. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Bangkok in January

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight11.3 h
Sun06:40–17:56
Seasonshoulder
What to do

Bangkok in January — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

The northern lantern festivals are over, but January is the peak of the dry season — the best time to visit.

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Questions & answers

Bangkok in January — FAQ

Does it snow in Bangkok in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Bangkok in January?
About 11h 17m of daylight. The sun rises around 06:40 and sets around 17:56. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Bangkok?
January isn't peak season in Bangkok. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Plan the trip

Bangkok — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Bangkok, every airline at once.

Rates in Bangkok shift daily. See what your night costs now.

About this page

Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation