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Kaeng Krachan Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Kaeng Krachan year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 27.8–28.6°C, hot climate, rainfall gradually increases. Common activities: Hiking, waterfall exploration. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, loose-fitting long pants, sun hat.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 27.1–28.1°C, hot and humid, higher rainfall in some months. Common activities: Playing in the streams, visiting the national park. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, sun protection clothing, rain gear.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 25.6–26.8°C, relatively comfortable climate, higher rainfall, especially the most rainfall in October. Common activities: Birdwatching, forest bathing. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, long sleeves or light jacket, rain gear.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 24.9–26.4°C, warm climate, less rainfall. Common activities: Visiting temples, cultural experiences. Recommended clothing: Light clothing, light jacket.
Kaeng Krachan climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 27°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1285 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: October

Kaeng Krachan monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
25.4°C
12.9
February
26.4°C
62.2
March
27.8°C
57.9
April
29.7°C
51.2
May
28.6°C
80
June
28.1°C
149.3
July
27.1°C
148.8
August
27.5°C
0
September
26.8°C
241.1
October
25.9°C
312.3
November
25.6°C
135.6
December
24.9°C
34
Kaeng Krachan weather for the next seven days
10/14
Tuesday
Moderate rain
27.7°C/20.3°C
10/15
Wednesday
Moderate rain
31.2°C/21°C
10/16
Thursday
Moderate rain
32.5°C/20.7°C
10/17
Friday
Moderate rain
32.9°C/22°C
10/18
Saturday
Moderate rain
33.2°C/22.7°C
10/19
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
28.2°C/22.5°C
10/20
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
32.5°C/21°C

Kaeng Krachan FAQ

Is Kaeng Krachan worth visiting?
Kaeng Krachan is absolutely worth visiting for its incredible biodiversity. As Thailand's largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts a vast, intact forest ecosystem teeming with diverse plant life and a remarkable array of mammals, birds, and insects. It's a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
What animals can be found in Kaeng Krachan National Park?
Kaeng Krachan National Park is home to an astonishing variety of wildlife. Mammal species commonly sighted include leopards, clouded leopards, bears, various monkey species like stump-tailed macaques, sambar deer, barking deer, elephants, dholes, golden jackals, gaurs, serows, yellow-throated martens, and numerous civet species. The park's rich environment supports a healthy population of these fascinating creatures.
How do I travel from Bangkok to Kaeng Krachan?
To reach Kaeng Krachan Town from Bangkok, the most convenient method involves hourly minivan services. You can take a minivan from Old Southern Bus Station (Pin Klao) in Bangkok to Phetchaburi. From Phetchaburi, you will transfer to a second minivan that goes directly to Kaeng Krachan Town. The minivan station in Phetchaburi is located approximately 5 km east of the New Southern Bus Station.
Are there tigers in Kaeng Krachan National Park?
Yes, Kaeng Krachan National Park is known to have tigers. Recent reports indicate the presence of several Bengal tigers within this UNESCO World Heritage site, which spans densely forested mountains along the border with Myanmar. The park's vast and protected wilderness provides a crucial habitat for these magnificent predators.
What makes Kaeng Krachan a World Heritage Site?
Kaeng Krachan National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site primarily due to its exceptional biological resources. It is the largest national park in Thailand, preserving a significant and intact forest ecosystem that supports an impressive diversity of plant species and wildlife, including many rare and endangered animals.