The best times to visit Downtown Hat Yai for ideal weather are

January 22nd to March 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Downtown Hat Yai Travel Info

Weather in Downtown Hat Yai

Temperature

Average temperatures in Downtown Hat Yai vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 6th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Downtown Hat Yai, the hottest months are April, May, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 94°F (34.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.2°F (24.6°C) at night.

Downtown Hat Yai Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Downtown Hat Yai Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Downtown Hat Yai Perceived Temperature (F)

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Downtown Hat Yai Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Downtown Hat Yai Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.7 80 74.7
Feb 89.2 81 74.7
Mar 91.2 82.1 75.5
Apr 93.2 83.1 76.3
May 93.7 82.9 76.3
Jun 93.2 82.9 76
Jul 92.5 82.3 75.3
Aug 92.7 81.6 74.9
Sep 91.5 81.4 75.1
Oct 90.3 80.7 74.7
Nov 87.5 80 74.8
Dec 85.9 79.7 74.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.4 26.7 23.7
Feb 31.8 27.2 23.7
Mar 32.9 27.8 24.2
Apr 34 28.4 24.6
May 34.3 28.3 24.6
Jun 34 28.3 24.4
Jul 33.6 27.9 24.1
Aug 33.7 27.6 23.8
Sep 33.1 27.4 23.9
Oct 32.4 27.1 23.7
Nov 30.8 26.7 23.8
Dec 29.9 26.5 23.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Downtown Hat Yai are February, January, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late November with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Downtown Hat Yai? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Downtown Hat Yai.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Downtown Hat Yai (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 16% 0 4.3
Feb 9% 0 1.8
Mar 16% 0 3.8
Apr 21% 0 4.6
May 36% 0 8.3
Jun 27% 0 4.6
Jul 23% 0 3.7
Aug 43% 0 8.9
Sep 35% 0 6.6
Oct 45% 0 11.5
Nov 63% 0 22.6
Dec 45% 0 14.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 0 10.9
Feb 9 0 4.6
Mar 16 0 9.7
Apr 21 0 11.7
May 36 0 21.1
Jun 27 0 11.7
Jul 23 0 9.4
Aug 43 0 22.6
Sep 35 0 16.8
Oct 45 0 29.2
Nov 63 0 57.4
Dec 45 0 37.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Downtown Hat Yai has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (68.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (81.2%).

Wind in Downtown Hat Yai is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 3.1 knots (3.5 MPH or 5.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 7.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Downtown Hat Yai.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 3 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 1.8 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
May 1.4 Barely noticeable 5.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 1.6 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Jul 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 1.6 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Sep 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Nov 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.4%
Feb 68.6%
Mar 69.7%
Apr 70.4%
May 73.3%
Jun 71.7%
Jul 70.7%
Aug 72.8%
Sep 74%
Oct 77.7%
Nov 81.2%
Dec 78.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Downtown Hat Yai?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Thailand; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Downtown Hat Yai, Thailand is June, followed by September and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Downtown Hat Yai in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.5 in February means 41.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Downtown Hat Yai Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 94°F (34.4°C) and 90.4°F (32.4°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Downtown Hat Yai, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 19 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Downtown Hat Yai to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 85°F (29.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 14 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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