Gulf islands' dry season
June to August
While the Andaman side gets rain, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao are drier, which makes this a great time to go. Pack swimwear, a rash guard and snorkel gear.
Highs34°C (93°F)
Lows26°C (79°F)
Rainy days~13
Daylight13 h
CrowdsModerate
June averages for Bangkok. Source
June brings regular afternoon storms, but mornings are often clear. The Gulf islands (Koh Samui, Koh Tao) are a better beach choice. Quick-dry fabrics and waterproof sandals.
☀️ By day
Quick-dry tops, light trousers and waterproof sandals.
🌙 Evening
A thin layer for icy malls and BTS trains.
What's on in June
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Phi Ta Khon ghost festival
June or July, Dan Sai (Loei)
Colourful ghost masks and parades. It is a muddy, rainy-season party, so wear quick-dry clothes and sandals.
June packing essentials
Your June outfit list
- Quick-dry dressQuick-dry long kurtiShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable topsShop Amazon ↗
- Packable rain jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- SwimwearFull-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Packable rain jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof sandalsShop Amazon ↗
Also pack
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Dress code
- Temples and the Grand Palace: shoulders and knees covered, no see-through tops, ripped jeans or (at the Grand Palace) tight leggings.
- Shoes come off before entering temples and many homes and shops — slip-on sandals are best.
- Swimwear is for the beach and pool only; cover up in town.