Best Time for a Yacht Charter in Pattaya
Our yacht trips in Pattaya run all year, on the same programme times in every month. What changes is the weather. This guide shows the monthly averages for rain, rainy days, heat and sunshine at the Pattaya weather station, from 30 years of official records, so you can pick your month on facts.
The short answer
Averages for 1991 to 2020 at the Pattaya station of the Thai Meteorological Department. They describe a typical year, not a forecast.
Pattaya weather month by month
Monthly averages at the Pattaya weather station. A rainy day is a day with 0.1 mm of rain or more, so even a light shower counts.
Monthly averagesPattaya station 48461, Thai Meteorological Department, 1991-2020
| Month | Rain (mm) | Rainy days | Average high (°C) | Average low (°C) | Sunshine (hours) | Thunderstorm days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.3 | 2.5 | 30.6 | 23.5 | 236 | 0.4 |
| February | 19.9 | 2.5 | 31.2 | 24.5 | 207 | 0.6 |
| March | 47.3 | 4.8 | 32.0 | 25.5 | 214 | 2.4 |
| April | 67.9 | 6.3 | 33.0 | 26.4 | 228 | 4.8 |
| May | 121.1 | 11.0 | 32.7 | 26.6 | 171 | 7.1 |
| June | 132.1 | 12.6 | 32.0 | 26.4 | 137 | 5.0 |
| July | 103.6 | 12.7 | 31.6 | 26.2 | 137 | 3.2 |
| August | 91.2 | 12.9 | 31.4 | 26.1 | 120 | 3.6 |
| September | 213.6 | 16.3 | 31.1 | 25.4 | 118 | 7.1 |
| October | 224.5 | 17.0 | 30.9 | 24.7 | 151 | 8.9 |
| November | 56.6 | 5.6 | 30.8 | 24.3 | 186 | 3.0 |
| December | 11.7 | 1.9 | 30.2 | 23.3 | 216 | 0.6 |
| Year | 1105.8 | 106.1 | 31.5 | 25.2 | 2120 | 46.7 |
Source: Thai Meteorological Department, 1991-2020 averages, Pattaya station.
- December to February are the driest months at this station, with about 2 to 3 rainy days a month. September and October are the wettest, with about 16 to 17.
- From May to August about 11 to 13 days a month have some rain. Remember that one light shower is enough to count as a rainy day.
- It is warm all year: the average high stays between 30.2 and 33.0 °C in every month.
The three seasons in Pattaya
The Thai Meteorological Department divides the year into three seasons. The dates are approximate and move a little from year to year.
Hot season
About mid February to mid May
The hottest time of the year. April has the highest average temperature at the Pattaya station, with an average high of 33.0 °C. Rain starts to increase in April and May.
Rainy season
About mid May to mid October
This is the season of the southwest monsoon. At the Pattaya station, September and October are the wettest months, with about 16 to 17 rainy days each.
Cool season
About mid October to mid February
This is the season of the northeast monsoon. December, January and February have about 2 to 3 rainy days each. It is still warm, with average highs of 30.2 to 31.2 °C.
Morning, afternoon or full day
Our trip times do not change with the season. The same programmes run in every month:
- Morning trips: 08:00 to 13:00 or 09:00 to 13:00.
- Afternoon trips: 14:00 to 18:00 or 14:00 to 19:00.
- 6 hour trips: 10:00 to 16:00 or 13:00 to 19:00.
- Full day trips: 10:00 to 18:00.
The sun sets between 17:47 in mid November and 18:47 in July. The trips that end at 19:00, 5 hours from 14:00 or 6 hours from 13:00, are still out at sunset in every month. The 4 hour afternoon trip from 14:00 to 18:00 only catches it in November and the first days of December.
See the month by month sunset times and which trip to book on our sunset cruise page. The island pages have the full times for each trip: Koh Larn, Koh Sak, Monkey Island and Koh Khram.
Weekday or weekend
The weather does not know the day of the week, but some prices do. On 13 of our 35 boats the price is higher at the weekend; the others cost the same every day. The charter price guide shows the difference.
If the weather turns bad
Activities may change in bad weather. The captain decides, for the safety of everyone on board. Ask us when you book what happens if your trip cannot go out.
Your booking is secured with a deposit, and the balance is paid before departure. The deposit amount is in your quote.
The averages on this page describe a typical year, not a forecast. Check the weather forecast in the days before your trip.
Climate figures: Thai Meteorological Department, Climatological Data of Thailand 1991-2020, Phatthaya station (48461); cross-checked with WMO Climate Normals 1991-2020. Averages describe a typical year, not a forecast. A rainy day is a day with 0.1 mm of rain or more. Sunset times calculated for Pattaya (NOAA method, checked against the US Naval Observatory).
Weather and seasons
Questions, Answered
What is the best time to visit the Pattaya islands?
It depends on what matters to you. If you want the fewest rainy days, December, January and February are the driest months, with about 2 to 3 rainy days a month on average. September and October are the wettest, with about 16 to 17. Our island trips run all year on the same times.
Can I charter a yacht in the rainy season?
Yes. Trips run in every month on the same programme times. From May to October about 11 to 17 days a month have some rain, and a day with one light shower already counts. In bad weather the captain can change the plan for your safety.
What are the sea conditions in Pattaya?
We do not publish wave forecasts; the captain decides on the day. We have not found an official month by month record of sea conditions for Pattaya, so this page shows only rain, temperature and sunshine.
What happens if it rains on the day of my trip?
The captain decides. When the weather is not good, the captain changes the activities for the safety of everyone on board. Ask us when you book what happens if your trip cannot go out.
What is the hottest month in Pattaya?
April, with an average high of 33.0 °C at the Pattaya station. December and January are the coolest, with average lows of 23.3 and 23.5 °C.
Which trip should I book to see the sunset?
The 5 hour trip from 14:00 to 19:00 or the 6 hour trip from 13:00 to 19:00. Both are still out at sunset in every month. Sunset is between 17:47 and 18:47 depending on the month.
Pick your date
Tell us your date, how many guests and which pier suits you. We will send you the boats that are free on that day.
A deposit secures your booking