The climate of southern Thailand is influenced by monsoon winds and remains warm and humid throughout the year.

Light cotton clothes are recommended at any time of the year and an umbrella  is a must during the wet months

Rainy Season - can be a pleasant time of year to visit with occasional heavy rain and long sunny periods between showers.

However, September and October tend to exhibit higher rainfall and less in the way of sunny spells.

Best time to visit: During the Hot and Dry Season - as cool sea breezes ease the high temperatures and humidity.

November to January experience relatively high rainfall for the season and April and May are the hottest months.

Hot Season - high temperatures are experienced throughout the day and only drop slightly at night.

Rainy Season - heavy rainfall throughout, although temperatures remain quite high. An umbrella is always useful at this time as it is sometimes too warm to consider wearing waterproof clothing.

Cool Season - warmer clothes are required during the cooler months when temperatures fall slightly through the day and even more so at night. Very little rain falls during this time.

High humidity is prevalent throughout the year, except in the more mountainous regions.

Best time to visit: During the Cool Season when both rainfall and temperatures are lower. Warmer clothes are essential for the evenings.

Hot Season - boasts the hottest weather; heat becomes quite oppressive and temperatures can soar above the average. Only a small amount of rain falls during March and April, whilst May begins to see an increase as a prelude to the rainy season.

Rainy Season - the timing of this season can vary slightly each year depending on when the monsoon arrives. However, this is usually from June until October, bringing heavy rain and high temperatures.

Cool Season - although daytime temperatures remain quite high during the winter months, warmer items of clothing are advisable for the cooler nights.

Best time to visit: The Cool Season when temperatures are high and humidity is relatively low.