Thailand Weather in October

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As the last month of the rainy season, the climate of Thailand in October is less rainy. However, the monthly rainfall is still high at about 198mm (7.8in). You still need to notice the quick showers and rough waves by the coast. The temperature is also high at 23-31℃ (73.4-87.8℉) on average, while the average humidity is about 80% around the country. The muggy hot climate in Thailand in October needs you to drink a lot of water to avoid sunstroke.
 

 Coolest city of Thailand in October: Chiang Rai 21-30℃ (69.8-86℉)

 Hottest city of Thailand in October: Kachanaburi 24-32℃ (75.2-89.6℉)
 

If you decide to walk around in the cities, tie-dyed thin cardigans and casual tanks or T-shirts as top, then the fitness shorts or skirts as bottom will be the best outfit. Also bring an umbrella with you in case of rain. In October of Thailand, when the sun bakes the land, you need a UV-proof coat and sun glasses. If you plan to take photos with the Thai traditional buildings, buying a Thai paper umbrella is more suitable to proof the sunshine. During your beach vacation, bright-colored swimwear is the best choice at tropical country.

      

When it’s sunny, you can go to visit many of the historical relics all over Thailand. However, in the rainy season, you may want to plan more indoor activities and below are some of the bests:
 

After long-time walking in the heritage sites like the Grand Palace and the Wat Pho temple, Thai Massage is a unique relaxing method for you. Thai Massage has a history of more than 4,000 years. Ancient Thai Kings used Thai Massage to treat the highest royal guests. To be honest, traditional Thai Massage is one of the fiercest massages in the world. Usually without the massage oil, massager will press and stretch your body. If you are a beginner, you may feel pain during the massage; however, your intense muscles will relax after it. Nowadays, there are all kind of massages everywhere at the markets or starred hotels in Thailand. You can feel free to communicate with the massagers to get a Thai massage that is most suitable for you. 
 

Mentioning Thai foods, Tom Yum soup and mango coconut sticky rice may come to your minds. Actually, Thai foods can be divided into four styles as Northern, Northeastern, Central and Southern Thai styles. Northern cuisine is famous for sticky rice with all kind of sauces. The traditional Khantok Dinner (eating food in bowls on a low round table) is a must-try in Chiang Mai. Northeast cuisine is heavily spiced, represented by the Som Tam (green papaya salad) and Kai Yang (Thai roasted chicken). The cuisine in central area like Bangkok is influenced by Middle East, Europe and China. The food there uses more rice and rice noodles. Famous Kaeng Khiao Wan (Thai style green curry) and Phat Thai (Thai style pried rice noodle) are the specialties. Then in Southern Thailand, people use more fresh sea food and coconut in dishes or desserts. The representative dishes are Khao Yam Nam Budu (rice salad with southern style fish sauce) and Sa Te (spicy peanuts sauce barbecue).
 

Khon, also known as Masked Dance Drama in Thailand is the traditional royal entertainment originated from over 400 years ago. It have been listed into the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity representatives by UNESCO. To watch Khon, you can go to the Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theater in Bangkok. 
 

1. In 2024, the Khon performance in the Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theater is only on Monday to Friday. There are three shows at 13:00, 14:30 and 16:00 in one day.

2. If you have the ticket of the Grand Palace, you can watch the performance for free. The ticket is valid in one week.

3. Free shuttle bus at the exit of the Grand Palace could send you to the Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theater.
 

Lady-boy show is an icon of Thailand in recent years. The fantastic choreography and costume with different Asian styles will bring a perfect night for you. The performance includes not only all kinds of traditional Thailand dances but also styles of other Asian countries. You can watch dances from China, India, Arab and other famous nations and even from Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia and other less known countries. Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret Show and Golden Dome Cabaret Show in Bangkok, and Tiffany Show in Pattaya are the most famous ones.