Bangkok · Thailand
July
Wet season continues — European summer demand brings some tourist activity back despite the rain.
Strong option
#10 of 12 months
There are better months for Bangkok — see the full ranking below.
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High
31.8°C
Low
24.1°C
Rain
126mm
Sun
6hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How July scores in Bangkok
Weather
Below average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Very good
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Good
What you gain in July
- ↑Asahna Bucha and Khao Phansa (Buddhist holidays) give access to authentic temple ceremonies
- ↑Budget accommodation without advance booking
- ↑Street food culture entirely unaffected by rain — eat brilliantly for almost nothing
What you sacrifice
- ↓126mm of rain; expect daily downpours around 15:00–17:00
- ↓European summer tourists return, reducing some of the wet-season quiet
- ↓Outdoor floating markets and river tours disrupted on heavy rain days
How July compares to November (best month)
| Factor | July | November ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 3 | 9 |
| Value | 8 | 6 |
| Crowds | 7 | 6 |
July in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Bangkok, not across destinations. Methodology →