When is pattaya low season

The shoulder seasons, which last from April to June; and September to October, can also be nice times to travel, often offering the same lovely weather as the cool season but with fewer crowds.

The low season lasts from July to October, with the hot season occurring from March to June; and the rainy season lasting from June to October. The temperatures during the hot season can be almost intolerable, particularly in the afternoon. During the rainy season, it rains almost every day in major tourist centers like Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket.

Some activities may also be less enjoyable during the low season; for example, the stormy waters can interfere with clarity during scuba diving and snorkeling.

During the rainy season, the countryside is especially lush and beautiful as a result of the abundant rainfall. Tour groups are typically smaller, which means the opportunity to interact more closely with your guides and other group members.

Some hotels start charging high season rates as early as October 1st or mid October. You might find a few hotels extend their high season to June 1st, some until May 1st, some until late April to include the Songkran festival. Some might start reducing their rates as early as March.

Very few hotels in Pattaya display their high and low season periods on their websites, but here are a few examples I did manage to find. As you can see, it varies considerably from one hotel to the next.

Peak season in Pattaya is the Christmas and New Year period. Not all hotels charge peak season rates, but those which do usually larger hotels may start as early as mid December, and continue through to as late as mid January. Book early: Christmas and New Year is the busiest period in Pattaya. To ensure you get a room at your preferred hotel you must book early. Compulsory means you have to pay for it, regardless of whether you attend. Tickets to popular attractions, domestic flights, VIP bus tickets, overnight sleeper trains, and shuttle services to islands near Pattaya should be booked well in advance.

Take a look at the best options on this Pattaya online ticket and tour booking guide. Book your Christmas dinner: Sounds like a minor detail, but most restaurants and bars in Pattaya put on a Christmas dinner, and they sell out fast. For those that like to party, this is the time when Pattaya is in full swing.

High season is a time of high employment and high profit for tourism related businesses in Pattaya, which in turn creates a contagious feel good factor. The cheapest time of year to visit Pattaya. May — the time most hotels in Pattaya start charging low season rates, often remains dry, but hot. Hours of daylight for the period is 12 — Hours of sunshine is 5 to 6, with June, July, August and September averaging 5 hours.

The beaches are much less crowded, temperature is not too high and hotel accommodation naturally becomes cheaper. Many people prefer to travel to Pattaya, especially during July and August, when rainfall is considerably lower and accommodation prices are more favourable. Don't forget to pack a sturdy pair of shoes to handle the rains!

Here's a monthly break-up of the climate so you can plan your trip better: November to February: The best time to visit Pattaya is from November to February when the weather is neither too hot nor too cold and remains mostly pleasant.