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Bangkok, the capital and largest city of Thailand, is the country's political, economic, and cultural center. Situated along the Chao Phraya River in central Thailand, the city is home to over 9 million residents, while the greater Bangkok Metropolitan Region has a population exceeding 17 million.
As one of Southeast Asia's leading metropolitan cities, Bangkok seamlessly combines rich cultural heritage with modern urban development. Visitors can explore magnificent temples and historical landmarks, enjoy renowned Thai cuisine, experience vibrant shopping and entertainment districts, and benefit from a well-developed transportation network, making Bangkok an attractive destination for both business and leisure travelers.
| Climate data for Bangkok Metropolis (1991–2020, extremes 1951–present) | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 37.6 (99.7) |
38.8 (101.8) |
40.1 (104.2) |
40.0 (104.0) |
41.0 (105.8) |
38.8 (101.8) |
38.4 (101.1) |
38.2 (100.8) |
37.4 (99.3) |
37.9 (100.2) |
38.8 (101.8) |
37.1 (98.8) |
41.0 (105.8) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 32.7 (90.9) |
33.7 (92.7) |
34.7 (94.5) |
35.7 (96.3) |
35.1 (95.2) |
34.1 (93.4) |
33.5 (92.3) |
33.3 (91.9) |
33.2 (91.8) |
33.3 (91.9) |
33.1 (91.6) |
32.3 (90.1) |
33.7 (92.7) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 27.4 (81.3) |
28.6 (83.5) |
29.7 (85.5) |
30.7 (87.3) |
30.3 (86.5) |
29.7 (85.5) |
29.2 (84.6) |
29.2 (84.6) |
28.6 (83.5) |
28.4 (83.1) |
28.4 (83.1) |
27.3 (81.1) |
28.9 (84.0) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 23.4 (74.1) |
24.8 (76.6) |
26.4 (79.5) |
27.2 (81.0) |
26.9 (80.4) |
26.4 (79.5) |
26.1 (79.0) |
25.9 (78.6) |
25.4 (77.7) |
25.2 (77.4) |
24.7 (76.5) |
23.2 (73.8) |
25.4 (77.7) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 9.9 (49.8) |
14.9 (58.8) |
13.7 (56.7) |
19.9 (67.8) |
21.1 (70.0) |
21.1 (70.0) |
21.9 (71.4) |
21.2 (70.2) |
21.3 (70.3) |
18.3 (64.9) |
14.2 (57.6) |
10.5 (50.9) |
9.9 (49.8) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 23.6 (0.93) |
21.4 (0.84) |
51.0 (2.01) |
93.3 (3.67) |
216.8 (8.54) |
198.5 (7.81) |
189.7 (7.47) |
227.1 (8.94) |
335.9 (13.22) |
288.7 (11.37) |
44.6 (1.76) |
11.6 (0.46) |
1,702.1 (67.01) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm) | 1.9 | 1.9 | 3.4 | 5.4 | 12.4 | 13.4 | 14.1 | 15.6 | 18.0 | 14.4 | 3.8 | 1.0 | 105.3 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 67.9 | 70.5 | 72.6 | 72.0 | 74.4 | 75.2 | 75.5 | 76.4 | 79.3 | 78.0 | 68.8 | 65.6 | 73.0 |
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 216.0 | 215.8 | 234.2 | 226.6 | 196.2 | 158.4 | 140.7 | 128.9 | 129.6 | 157.5 | 194.8 | 213.5 | 2,212.22 | Source 1: NOAA, Thai Meteorological Department (Feb–May record highs, 1951–2022; Nov–Feb record lows, 1951–2021), CNN (May record high), Ogimet (other record highs/lows) |
| Source 2: Meteo Climat (record) | |||||||||||||
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Bangkok offers a wide range of transportation options for visitors. The city's public transit system includes the BTS Skytrain, MRT subway, public buses, and Chao Phraya River boat services, providing convenient access to major districts and attractions. Taxis, motorcycle taxis, and traditional tuk-tuks are also readily available.
Bangkok is served by two international airports: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Both airports provide convenient connections to the city center via public transportation and taxi services.
As road traffic can be heavy, especially during rush hours, visitors are encouraged to use the BTS and MRT whenever possible for faster and more predictable travel.
