Saturday, July 24, 2010

When to go to thailand

The best time to visit most of Thailand is between November and February, because it rains the least and it is not too hot. This period is also Thailand’s main season for festivals, like Loi Krathong and Songkran.

lf you plan to focus on the northern provinces, the hot season (March to May) and early rainy season (lune to Iuly) are not bad either, as temperatures are moderate at higher elevations. Northeastern and central Thailand, on the other hand, are best avoided from March to May, when temperatures may climb over 40°C. Because temperatures are more even year-round in the south (because it’s closer to the equator), the beaches and islands of southern Thailand are a good choice for respite when the rest of Thailand is miserably hot.

Thailand’s peak tourist season runs from November to late March, with secondary peaks in luly and August. lf you want to avoid crowds and take advantage of discounted room rates, consider travelling during the least crowded months (typically April to lune, September and October).

Although the rainy season (roughly Iuly to October) gets a bad reputation, there are some bonuses: temperatures tend to be cooler, tourists are fewer and the landscape is lush and green. Depending on the region and the month, the rains might be hourong downpours in the afternoon. October,however, tends to be the wettest month.

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