Winter weather in Pattaya – December, January, February

The Russian person thinks of Thailand as almost the legendary island of Chunga Chunga. After all, the locals have no mittens and hats with earflaps, and you can go to the beach any day, even if it’s winter. And it’s so unusual that when planning a vacation for the New Year vacations, many, especially first-time travelers, don’t fail to ask: “What is Pattaya like in winter?”

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Pattaya weather now and for 14 days

Pattaya weather in December

The weather in Pattaya in December is determined by the winter monsoon winds, which end the change of direction at this time of year – they begin to blow steadily from the mainland towards the sea. The clouds disperse and the humidity decreases. The temperature is still low (by Thai standards) – not more than 30 0C in the shade. The tourists enjoy the sunshine and the deep blue washed sky. The rains still fall, but very rarely and they are perceived only as a blessing. The water temperature is favorable for swimming – about 25 0C. Nighttime temperatures in Pattaya in December are not higher than 21 0C, so it is worth bringing something like a light jacket or sweater for evening walks.

Pattaya in December.

Pattaya in December is also the beginning of the high season, when the prices of accommodation, tours and food begin to soar. Usually a tour at this time is more expensive than in September or October and a room in a high status multi-star hotel can cost more than all other pleasures put together. However, there are not many tourists yet, so it is still possible to find affordable deals. A big plus of this month is that the local exotic fruit is ripening.

Weather in Pattaya in January

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The long New Year’s vacations lasting almost two weeks, the winter session ends in January, and the daylight hours shortened to the limit and the frost intensified are the main driving force for Russians to travel to the midday countries.

This month the air and water temperatures near the equator become even higher than in December. The weather in Pattaya in January is dry and hot: most of the day there is not a cloud in the sky and it is almost completely calm. The daytime air temperature in Pattaya reaches 32 0C in the shade, but at night it can drop to 21 0C, so the advice to take some blankets to keep warm is still valid (especially when traveling on buses with air conditioning).

This month is the peak month for tourist arrivals. And we can clearly see the age difference in the preferences of holidaymakers. Young people prefer night partying and entertainment on the verge of violence. But the family couples are much more interesting to rest on the beaches, especially since in Pattaya they are great – long, wide, with excellent infrastructure. What can not be said, unfortunately, about the water, the temperature rises this month to 26 0C. In the area of the main promenade it becomes turbid and there is a lot of trash in it. The situation is a little better at Jomtien, but the most sophisticated prefer to go to the islands (the most popular – Ko Lan), combining two pleasures in one: a day tour with swimming in a really azure water, like in the photo in the tourist brochure.

Pattaya in January is a vanity fair. It’s impossible to find anything cheap at this time of year, as demand for services and entertainment often exceeds supply.

Weather in Pattaya in February

The dry season is coming into full force. Weather in Pattaya in February is characterized by extreme stability and an almost complete absence of rain. The daily temperature variations are decreasing with maximum values of 33-34 0C during the day and around 25-27 0C at night.

The peak of tourist season continues, but there is a peculiar change of scenery: our compatriots are replaced by guests from Europe. About reserving rooms in hotels, as well as in December and January, it is necessary to take care in advance. The list of services, offered at this time in Pattaya, remains as wide as ever: lessons diving and snorkeling, boat trips, fishing, trips to interesting places, various nightlife – both quite chaste, and alluringly forbidden.

Pattaya offers a wide range of services, which are provided at this time.

Pattaya in February gets a little cheaper if you consider only everyday expenses. A full meal will cost about $10, and a ride on municipal transport costs from 30 cents. The trip itself in high season costs from $1,000 for two. And with special comfort options – many times more expensive.

If you have special comfort options.

It’s safe to say that all expenses will pay off, thanks to the great weather, warm calm sea, a large selection of fruits and the opportunity to visit all corners of the country – not a single excursion will be delayed due to natural disasters.

Climate

December

January

February

Daily temperature

30.6ºC

30.9ºC

31.2ºC

night temperature

25.1ºC

25.6ºC

26.4ºC

Marine temperature

28.5ºC

27.6ºC

28.0ºC

Sunny days

25

24

25

Length of daylight (h)

11.4

11.6

11.7

Rainful days

2

2

1

Rainfall (mm)

23.9

24.4

22.6

Air temperature

December

day. 30.6ºC

0

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

nh. 25.1ºC

January

day. 30.9ºC

h. 25.6ºC

February

day. 31.2ºC

h. 26.4ºC

Water temperature

December

28.5ºC

0

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

January

27.6ºC

February

28.0ºC

Summer rainfall in MM

December

23.9

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

January

24.4

February

22.6

Wind speed in M/S

December

4.1

0

0.7

1.5

2.2

3.0

3.7

4.5

5.2

6

January

3.4

February

3.7

Number of sunny hours per day

December

9.2

0

1.2

2.5

3.7

5.0

6.2

7.5

8.7

10

January

9.5

February

10.0

Cloudy, cloudy, clear days

December

1

5

25

0

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

January

1

6

24

February

3

25

So, should I go in winter?

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Winter weather in Pattaya is probably better than in the summer on the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus. However, there are three distinct trends: the closer to spring, the hotter the weather, the higher the prices and the higher the number of tourists. December will suit those who can’t stand the heat too well. If you are young, energetic and healthy, then you can’t think of anything better than a winter vacation in Thailand. February is still hot for the Russians, and at this time there are not less compatriots on the beaches of Pattaya. Although for some this is on the contrary, a big plus. The prices in the last winter month are the most undemocratic, but they are justified by the great weather. Is it worth to go to Pattaya in winter? Yes, of course it is!