Thailand Weather in November

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With the step of northeast monsoon from Eurasian continent, the rainfall in Thailand in November declines to 118mm (4.6in) on average. The average temperature is also lower, at 21-31℃ (69.8-87.8℉) averagely. This drier and cooler climate makes it much more comfortable for traveling than in rainy season. However, just after the rainy season, Thailand is still full of moisture and heat in early November.
 

 Coolest city of Thailand in November: Chiang Rai 17-28℃ (62.6-82.4℉)

 Hottest city of Thailand in November: Bangkok 23-32℃ (73.4-89.6℉)
 

Short-sleeve T-shirts with skirts or vacation dresses are cool outfits for girls. An oversize short-sleeve with shorts and sunglasses will be charming wears for boys. Besides, remember to bring swim wears and your favorite sandals to highlight your appearance on tropical coast or islands. Additionally, don’t forget to wear long-sleeve coats and long pants when you go to the forest in northern Thailand to avoid the bites from mosquitos and other insects. 

If you want to be like a local people in Thailand, a Batik Sarong can help you fulfill the dream. It is an oblong cloth attaching on waist, which is comfortable and cool. Normally, males wear plaid Batik Sarong of dark color, and females prefer floral or other colorful patterns.
 

In November, it has cool temperature and sunny sky, suitable to walk around the ancient historical heritages in Bangkok. The most famous architecture group there is the Grand Palace. By the Chao Phraya River, you can visit 28 ancient temples and palaces including Wat Phra Kaew and Chakri Maha Prasat. Across the river, Wat Arun with china decorated pagodas is waiting for you. Except that, the Wat Pho with giant reclining Buddha statue and the Erawan Shrine in the downtown are also deserving to go.
 

Loy Krathong Festival is a traditional festival celebrated all over Thailand. The Krathong is a floating vessel made by banana leaves with candles and flowers on. The coming Loy Krathong Festival will be on November 15th, 2024. At that night, people put the Krathongs into water to sacrifice to the river god and pray for the good weather and luck in the coming year. You can buy a Krathong and join in the ceremony with the local people. Please don’t pick up others’ Krathongs from the water, which is very impolite.
 

On the Loy Krathong Festival, there will be other various activities in Bangkok, such as the boating race on the Chao Phraya River and fireworks shows in many parts of the city.
 

In Northern Thailand cities the activities will be more colorful, especially in Chiang Mai. There will be famous sky lantern setting up ceremony. In the meantime, the Tha Phe Gate will be decorated with colorful lights and huge moon-shaped lanterns. You can also watch the flower float parade, folk performance and beauty contest during the Loy Krathong Festival in Chiang Mai.
 

Just after the rainy season, the natural scenery in Chiang Mai in northern Thailand is very lively, especially in the mountainous areas. 
 

Jungle Flight has the world’s longest zip line roller coaster in the forest. There are also bridges, ladders and spiral stairs between the trees in the mountain. You can shuttle, twist and spiral on the strop like a wild animal does.
 

At Bua Thong Waterfalls (Sticky Waterfalls), you can climb up to the top of the waterfall because of the unique texture of the rocks there. During the climbing, you can feel the chilling water running by your feet and enjoy the rainforest scenery around you. 
 

If you prefer not that thrilling experiences, the Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai with charming tropical scenery is a good hiking place for you. This mountain is also a popular attraction for mountain biking. There are also Wat Phra That Temple and Bhubing Palace on the Doi Suthep.