The best times to visit Tha Chang 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 Tha Chang Travel Info

Weather in Tha Chang

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tha Chang vary very little. 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 Tha Chang, the hottest months are April, May, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 97.2°F (36.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.9°F (23.8°C) at night.

Tha Chang Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tha Chang 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.

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Tha Chang Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tha Chang 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 87.5 79.9 71.5
Feb 91.3 81.7 70.9
Mar 94.1 83.8 73
Apr 95.6 84.9 74.8
May 94.5 83.9 75.5
Jun 93 83.6 75.2
Jul 91.8 82.4 74.6
Aug 92.7 82.4 74.3
Sep 91.7 81.9 74.3
Oct 90.3 81.1 74.2
Nov 87.5 80.4 73.9
Dec 86.8 79.9 72.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.8 26.6 21.9
Feb 32.9 27.6 21.6
Mar 34.5 28.8 22.8
Apr 35.3 29.4 23.8
May 34.7 28.8 24.2
Jun 33.9 28.7 24
Jul 33.2 28 23.7
Aug 33.7 28 23.5
Sep 33.2 27.7 23.5
Oct 32.4 27.3 23.4
Nov 30.8 26.9 23.3
Dec 30.4 26.6 22.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tha Chang are February, March, and then April. 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 4 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Tha Chang? 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 Tha Chang.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tha Chang (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 18% 0 4.1
Feb 5% 0 0.7
Mar 12% 0 4.8
Apr 18% 0 3.6
May 38% 0 7.4
Jun 29% 0 4.6
Jul 38% 0 6
Aug 27% 0 4.7
Sep 38% 0 6.4
Oct 43% 0 7.6
Nov 49% 0 13.1
Dec 28% 0 5.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 10.4
Feb 5 0 1.8
Mar 12 0 12.2
Apr 18 0 9.1
May 38 0 18.8
Jun 29 0 11.7
Jul 38 0 15.2
Aug 27 0 11.9
Sep 38 0 16.3
Oct 43 0 19.3
Nov 49 0 33.3
Dec 28 0 14.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Tha Chang has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (66.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (82.1%).

Wind in Tha Chang is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and March. January’s average wind speed of around 4.5 knots (5.2 MPH or 8.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.5 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Feb 4.5 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Mar 4.4 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Apr 3.6 Barely noticeable 11.3 Significant breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.2 Significant breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 11 Significant breeze
Sep 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.5 Significant breeze
Oct 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.3 Significant breeze
Dec 4.2 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 75.3%
Feb 68.7%
Mar 66.9%
Apr 68.7%
May 74.8%
Jun 73.9%
Jul 75.9%
Aug 74.9%
Sep 77.1%
Oct 80.7%
Nov 82.1%
Dec 79.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tha Chang?

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 Tha Chang, 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 Tha Chang 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 Tha Chang Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 97.2°F (36.2°C) and 92.8°F (33.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 12 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 8 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Tha Chang, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.1°F (33.4°C) and 85.9°F (29.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 11 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 Tha Chang to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.8°F (33.8°C) and 86°F (30°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 1 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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