Thailand Weather & Festivals, 4 November 2026: What to Expect in November and December
By TourKro News Desk · Thailand DMC & local tour operator · Updated 4 Nov 2026
Planning a Thailand trip in the coming weeks? Here is the season right now, the festivals coming up, and how to plan around them.
The season in November
High season begins on the Andaman coast; Samui gets its rains.
| Region | Day / night | Rain this month |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok & Pattaya | 33°C / 25°C | 45 mm, 4 rainy days |
| Phuket & Krabi (Andaman Sea) | 32°C / 24°C | 178 mm, 13 rainy days |
| Koh Samui (Gulf of Thailand) | 30°C / 24°C | 445 mm, 16 rainy days |
| Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai (north) | 31°C / 19°C | 40 mm, 4 rainy days |
November is when the dry season returns to Bangkok, the north and the Andaman coast: rain falls to about 45 mm in Bangkok and cool, clear days begin in Chiang Mai. Koh Samui is the opposite and has its wettest weeks of the year.
Next month: December
Peak season: Christmas and New Year sell out early. Indian wedding and honeymoon season.
Andaman sea: Glassy seas and blue skies: high season for island-hopping. Gulf sea: Wet early in the month, clearing from mid-December.
Many resorts add a compulsory gala dinner on 24 or 31 December. We show it in the price before you pay, so there is no surprise at check-in.
Festivals and events
- November: Loy Krathong (full moon in November) and Yi Peng lantern festival in Chiang Mai.
- December: New Year countdown parties in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket.
Planning your trip around the event
- Hotels and tours fill up fast around big events: book a few weeks ahead.
- Prices are often higher on the event dates; arriving a day or two earlier can save money.
- Keep valuables safe in crowds and agree a meeting point with your group.
- Want a ready plan with tickets and transfers? Ask us on WhatsApp +66656525850.
City of the day: Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai in the far north is known for the White Temple, the Blue Temple, the Black House and the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.
| Tour | Price from |
|---|---|
| Full Day Chiang Rai | ₹1,800 / person |
Shopping in Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai Night Bazaar and the Saturday and Sunday walking streets.
Free things to do in Chiang Rai
- The Clock Tower light show at night
- The Saturday walking street
- Views of the Kok River at sunset
Quick answers
Do Indians need a visa for Thailand?
Thailand has offered visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Indian passport holders in recent years, but the rules change. Check the latest rule on the Royal Thai Embassy or Thai e-Visa website before you fly, and fill in the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) shortly before arrival.
Which currency should I carry?
The Thai Baht (THB). Carry some Baht or US dollars for small expenses; cards and UPI-linked apps are accepted in many shops, but street stalls, boats and markets want cash.
Is vegetarian and Jain food available?
Yes. Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket have many Indian restaurants with vegetarian and Jain menus. Tell us your food needs and we add meals to your tours.
How to book with TourKro
TourKro is a Thailand travel company (DMC) with its own team on the ground. Send us your dates and the number of travellers on WhatsApp: we reply in Hindi or English with a full price in rupees for hotels, tours and transfers, and you pay only when you are happy with the plan.
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