The best times to visit Kathun for ideal weather are

January 15th 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 Kathun Travel Info

Weather in Kathun

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kathun 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 Kathun, the hottest months are April, May, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early April where highs are regularly around 95.5°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.9°F (22.7°C) at night.

Kathun Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kathun 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.

Kathun Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kathun Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kathun 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 90 78.8 69.9
Feb 93.8 80.4 69
Mar 95 81.8 71
Apr 95 82.1 72.6
May 93.3 81.8 73.7
Jun 91.3 81.3 73.1
Jul 90.2 80.6 72.8
Aug 91.1 80.5 72.6
Sep 90.1 80.1 73.1
Oct 90.1 79.9 73.1
Nov 88.9 79.6 72.9
Dec 89.2 79 71.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.2 26 21.1
Feb 34.3 26.9 20.6
Mar 35 27.7 21.7
Apr 35 27.8 22.6
May 34.1 27.7 23.2
Jun 32.9 27.4 22.8
Jul 32.3 27 22.7
Aug 32.8 26.9 22.6
Sep 32.3 26.7 22.8
Oct 32.3 26.6 22.8
Nov 31.6 26.4 22.7
Dec 31.8 26.1 22

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kathun 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 early to mid September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Kathun? 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 Kathun.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kathun (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 17% 0 2.5
Feb 9% 0 1.4
Mar 18% 0 4.9
Apr 31% 0 5.2
May 47% 0 8.6
Jun 38% 0 6.8
Jul 43% 0 8
Aug 48% 0 10.3
Sep 49% 0 9
Oct 50% 0 7.6
Nov 44% 0 9.5
Dec 30% 0 5.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 6.4
Feb 9 0 3.6
Mar 18 0 12.4
Apr 31 0 13.2
May 47 0 21.8
Jun 38 0 17.3
Jul 43 0 20.3
Aug 48 0 26.2
Sep 49 0 22.9
Oct 50 0 19.3
Nov 44 0 24.1
Dec 30 0 13.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Kathun has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (67.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (83.4%).

Wind in Kathun is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 0.7 knots (0.8 MPH or 1.4 KPH) is considered “very calm.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late March where average top sustained speeds reach 5.3 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kathun.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 0.7 Still 4.6 Light breeze
Feb 0.7 Still 4.6 Light breeze
Mar 0.7 Still 4.8 Light breeze
Apr 0.6 Still 4.4 Light breeze
May 0.5 Still 3.9 Light breeze
Jun 0.6 Still 4.7 Light breeze
Jul 0.5 Still 4.3 Light breeze
Aug 0.6 Still 4.4 Light breeze
Sep 0.5 Still 4.5 Light breeze
Oct 0.4 Still 4.1 Light breeze
Nov 0.3 Still 3.8 Light breeze
Dec 0.5 Still 4.2 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.5%
Feb 67.4%
Mar 69.6%
Apr 74.5%
May 79.1%
Jun 80%
Jul 81.3%
Aug 80.4%
Sep 82%
Oct 82.6%
Nov 83.4%
Dec 79.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kathun?

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 Kathun, Thailand is January, followed by August and July. 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 Kathun in May. 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 72.3 in May means 72.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Kathun Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.5°F (35.3°C) and 92.3°F (33.5°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 14 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest 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 12 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Kathun, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.1°F (32.8°C) and 87.2°F (30.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 13 to 15 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Kathun to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 94.7°F (34.8°C) and 87.7°F (30.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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