General Travel Information

Although Thailand does see three seasons, the general climate is warm and humid for most of the country, most of the year.

Winter
November - February

Summer
March - May

Rainy Season
June - October

Bangkok

The city has one of the highest average temperatures in the world, with pronounced hot and rainy seasons. Temperatures are usually above 30°C and lows don't usually go below 20°C. It is almost always humid.

Southern Thailand

A mostly tropical climate with rainfall occurring through the year with pockets of micro-climates. Temperatures are more even year-round with average high of 28-30°C.

Northern Thailand

Higher elevations in some areas mean a cooler overall climate. It is somewhat drier than the central and coastal regions, with the odd rare freeze.

Northeast Thailand or ‘Isan’

The winter period from October to February is the best time to visit this mountainous region. Temperatures are cool and local flora come alive during this season. Avoid the rainy seasons as some provinces may experience flooding.

Transporting

Bangkok has a well-connected infrastructure, with extensive routes covered by a variety of local transport.

BTS

The Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS), or ‘Skytrain’ as it is also known by, is an inexpensive and convenient way to get around the city above the fray. There are two lines that serve major commercial areas, with a central hub at Siam Station. The train operates from 06:00 to 24:00 daily.

MRT

The Metropolitan Rapid Transit (MRT) is Bangkok’s underground train system, and an equally inexpensive way to move about. It also serves popular areas and is connected to the BTS via Silom (MRT) to Sala Daeng (BTS), Sukhumvit (MRT) to Asoke (BTS), and Chatuchak Park (MRT) to Mo Chit (BTS). The train operates from 06:00 to 24:00 daily.

BRT

The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is a fast and intelligent mass transport that plies the roads. It connects passengers quickly to the BTS. It serves Narathiwat Road and Rama 3, beginning at Sathorn Station and ending at Ratchaphruek Station. It includes 12 stations in total and operates from 06:00 to 24:00 daily.

Airport Rail Link

The newest service is a straight beeline between Suvarnabhumi International Airport and the north of downtown at Phaya Thai Station. It takes about 30 minutes including stops along the way at Rajprarop Station, Makkasan Station, Ramkhamhaeng Station, Hua Mak Station, Thab Chang Station, and Lad Krabang Station. The train operates from 06:00 to 24:00 daily.

Taxi

A litany of colourful taxis service the city. Hop into a metered vehicle and enjoy low fares relative to other major cities around the world. Popular apps for booking include Grab and All Thai Taxi, with options to pay via credit cards.

Others

There are thousands of buses that ply the city. An extensive network of highways also lead to easy access to almost any part of Thailand using long-haul coach or rail options. Domestic air travel has also given visitors a comfortable and fast way to explore the country, with most destinations no more than one or two hours away from Bangkok.

Thailand Information

The Kingdom of Thailand is a vibrant collection of venues, culture, and stories. We’ve compiled some useful information to help you get familiar.

Time

Thailand Standard Time (THA) is GMT +7 Daylight savings is not observed.

Money

Thailand’s currency is the Thai Baht (THB). Denominations include 20, 50, 100, 500, and 1,000 in notes.

Electricity

Thailand uses 220V AC outlets. 2-prong round or flat sockets are the most common. A converter and adapter is required for most visitors from the U.S. and U.K.

Communications

Thailand has numerous satellite, cellular and Wi-Fi providers with excellent connectivity. All major mobile brands are available and compatible with local telecom networks.

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