The month in detail
What to expect in December
December is peak dry season in Pattaya. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (6.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
December is the best month of the year in Pattaya. Compared to November: +2°F daytime, 8 pts fewer rainy days, +1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 41
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Pattaya is January (6.0/10), 0.0 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Thailand
🗣️LanguageThai
💶CurrencyThai Baht (฿)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 86°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 46%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Pattaya ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ThailandTropical climate with a 6.0 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.93°N · 100.88°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Pattaya?
January is the best month with 88°F highs, 73°F lows, 7.4h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Pattaya get in January?
Pattaya averages 7.4 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Pattaya?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Pattaya in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 73°F, while afternoon highs average 88°F.
Is Pattaya good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Pattaya scores 5.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 5.9/10.
When should you avoid Pattaya?
September is the most difficult month to visit Pattaya, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Pattaya in December?
In December, the sea averages 83°F in Pattaya: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Pattaya in December?
The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Pattaya (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.