Thailand Rainy Season | Good Time to Come?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
- In today's vlog, I talk about the monsoon rainy season in Thailand and whether it's worth visiting Thailand during this time. This year we've had flooding, thunderstorm, and heavy rain. Chiang Mai has had a lot of floods this year and it got me thinking, would I come for a holiday during Thailand's wet season?
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Yeah, big difference between a bleak European rainy day and a tropical shower. Hopefully the dark clouds will start to back off next month.
Very true mate! Next month we should get back to a bit of norm i hope Lars. 👍
In spite the burn season, dry season, rainy season, and constant heat…it is still paradise.
Yes, still a great place to be 👌
Good on you Wayne. Me, 2 weeks left of a 3 month Thailand stint. Spent 12 nights here early Sept. Don't ride a bike, so kept things very simple and local. For me, wet weather has been fine as I've done a lot of stuff in many trips before. This basically meant regardless of where I've been in Thailand, I've been happy to reconnect with the old girl from 2019 and watch the world go by. That said, as time has gone on, the rain generally has gotten worse, so if you've wanted to get out, do touristy things, for example outside Chiang Mai, it would've been a tough ask....quite a bit to do locally! This supposedly has been a wetter than normal rainy season, so that's worth factoring in as well. Would I come back again in the rainy season...yes. If I was a first time traveler to Thailand, would I come in the wet season? That would depend on what you wanted to do and if for example you were a young fam. Wouldn't dismiss, but you would need to give some thought. Bit of a waffle fest. Be well. Cheers
Great comment Mark, i couldn't have said it better myself. 👍. That's right all depends on what someones plans are. Bringing kids and a family might not be good in rainy season, but like you mentioned, still plenty to do. We like a good waffle on here mate. Thanks Mark.
Yeah as you say Wayne - you are there and have been there for a few years .
If you can only have holidays at this time of year and you want to go to Thailand , weather wise . be prepared , enjoy it - Thanks WW 👍😄🙏
That's right Ant, you never know how bad rainy season will be. Cheers mate.
Rain, or no rain. I'm going to be in Thailand next month, part of the trip is celebrating Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai before heading to Chiang Rai for a few days.
That's the spirit Warren! I'm heading to Chiang Rai soon also. Have a good time buddy.
I’m with you Wayne, I would come to Thailand anytime because it’s beautiful anyways. Thanks again and watch your step, so you don’t twist and ankle.
Anytime is good for me also Bob. Thailand anytime haha. I slid on some mud and stubbed my toes but i'll live. Thanks mate.
Owsitgaarn Maate, hey Wayne again nice vlog man. Good to showcase viewers that its NOT only the warmer weather that is normal in Thailand, the rainy season and burning season goes alongside with eachother. Just a different experience to be had for tourists that have not seen it. We are having similar rain/flooding in Sydney too, don't mind it, embrace it, enjoy it and .......Avagood1 Wayne,avagood1 man,Ron👌👍
I heard it was raining alot in Oz mate. Hope it dry's up for ya buddy. Another cloudy day here today. Yep, Thailand isn't always sunshine and skittles. Take it easy Ron my boi.
I was out and about today, got very wet, was dry before I got home. My problem is some of the paths are very slippery when wet so I have to be extra careful (not being so young anymore). I definitely love the rainy season, gives some relief from the heat. But then again I am here for a longer period so I am not trying to fit a lot in, in a short amount of time.😊
I agree, the paths and roads are lethal in the rain. I nearly went over in this video. I don't mind the rain either (but not the floods) It gives us a break from roasting hot. Thanks.
I really love this temple I'm going to go next month for the loi kratong festival to show him a friend because it's his first time in Thailand 👌 thank you again for this report 👍
Wat Chedi Luang is a special place. I think i can see it in your profile pic, so i can see you really like it here. I'm sure your friend will have a great time. Thanks.
Enjoy your video of Thailand Rainy Season, big thanks my friend for sharing your wonderful presentation, stay safe and let's stay connected 🙏🙏👍👌😊💚
Thank you for watching 🙏🙏
Hahah I agree Wayne rain is ok, One thing great in Thailand is it passes quick & at least has breaks. Bad thing is ground in Thailand doesn't drink it fast enough 😉
The rains are normally short yes mate. This year a little different but still lot's of breaks. The roads and sidewalks are a nightmare here in rainy season, as this vlogs shows HAHA.
Grrrrrrreat vlog as always Wayne. My plane leaves heathrow 9:30 tomorrow night and i cannot wait to get out there, rain, wind or shine, bring it on bruvner!!!!
Nice one Bruuuuva! Hope the flight goes well mate. Living that good life soon Lee. Have a good one man!
Thanks Wayne.. I said, nice one bruvvvvva!
Nice an warm and perfect weather here in Nevada. But I didn't video and hear rain and see awful weather. Back to my depression. Thanks a lot Wayne, thanks a lot. Oh wait, that is Chiang Mai? Nevermind.
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I love the rainy season Wayne, but always wary of the Takarb centipede making an appearance, nice vlog, cheers.
I like the rain to mate, it's nice to have a break from scorching sun. Ofcourse i don't like the floods though. Yes, many more bugs around at this time of year. I've not come across a Takard centipede yet, so hope it stays that way 🤣🤣. Thanks mate.
Hi Wayne if was choosing for a holiday wouldn't go wet season, but for long term I would just accept the good with the bad.not sure if I could handle the smoke season thought
Nice one Julie. Yes, the rainy season is much more bearable than burning season. The next one isn't to far away again either 😥
You don't have to tell me about rainy season in CM Wayne. I lobbed there in July one year after doing the the tourist cherry pick in the previous years. It was pissing down most days but the locals knew how to cope. Just part of life in Northern Thailand. No big deal. They are very resilent. We can learn a lot from them. Mind you I now live in far north Queensland so tropical weather is part of everyday life. We at least we have decent drainage systems so a big wet fades really fast. Had a big thunder storm last night and rain today. Needed it as it has been hot as hell with no relief. Rainy season hits in December through to March. Wish I could make it back to Chiang Mai but am on a short leash health wise right now. I envy you. CM is magic whether it's wet or dry. What ever happens you won't freeze your arse off.
Sorry to hear about your health Doug, hope you will be fit and ready to travel soon. Lovely temps here now. It's so nice not sweating so much, when i'm out and about. Take it easy Doug.
It’s not ideal but if you only have 2-3 weeks at that time of year that’s life unfortunately- e.g. can only go in school holidays maybe .
Good vid Wayne, take care man 😎👍
That's true Simo, some people can't choose when to go. Hope you well mate. Thanks man 👌
Wayne, to me being in Chiang Mai in rainy season is better than being in UK
The country is in a mess, I am looking forward to coming January, checking things out for 3 month stay following year. I love ❤ chiang mai
I would take rainy season every day compared to the UK Leila. It scares me when i think about going home. I don't think i would fit in anymore. January will soon be here! 3 months is a good time to stay. Chiang Mai is waiting for you 🙏
Beginning this Raining Season, I plan to buy one or two of those Quite Large umbrellas for walking in the hills on rainy months. These umbrellas are about 1.5 meters, and are about the largest size one can easily carry in one hand, and are excellent for sudden downpours, as well as being sturdy enough to stand up to a good blow. I am not sure where to buy these in Chiang Mai. They even have this size for use by monks, and these monk umbrellas come in monk colors, either brown or some sort of saffrony shade. I would be willing to pay Bt.200 for one of those if I knew where to find a shop selling them. Let's all pray for rain. I have had enough of the smoke for this year. Man, that girl is NaRak!
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We've had about 2 weeks of sunny weather here in northern Phuket since March.....crazy weather!
It's been a crazy one Adam. Been rainy here for a while also.
Hey Wayne . Yeah rainy season is my favorite time of the year followed by the dry winter months November through mid February or so depending on the burning . Then it’s time to head south for a month to break up the smoky season . Come to Pai , it’s beautiful. Nice bike ride ! Hope to see you in Pai
Hi Jay, this time coming up is my favourite also but minus the burning. I think i will head south this year also. I'm heading to Pai any day now mate. 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne great ! Hope to run into you !
Hi Wayne, I hope you're doing well. Is there any provision about when the rainy season will be over? Also how's the nomad/entrepreneurship community in chiang mai going right now?
I'm good thanks buddy. It should be getting better by the end of October, but i would say we'll still get some showers. November and December should be a lot better though. The Nomad scene is picking up here again actually. The co-working spaces always seem to be busy when i pass. 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne thanks man.
I'm between retiring in Bacolod Philippines or Chaing Mai, leaning heavily towards Chaing Mai. I'm staying in Bacolod a few weeks this year and a few weeks in Chaing Mai next year to weigh the difference. Think I'll do a month starting the 2nd week of October to miss the rainy season. Better to see and feel the place I think.
That's great Brian, give it a try here for a while and see what you think. The Philippines is great also, all depends what type of place you like. Good lucj and hope you like Chiang Mai.
It looks like the rainy season has been extra rainy this year 😉 When I am staying somewhere for a while then rainy months do not bother me. However for a 2 week holiday, I think I would avoid this time of year for the simple reason that I live in a country that rains A LOT 🤣so my 2 weeks getaway would defo be planned around either the hot reason or Thailand's cold season which is still way hotter than a typical Scottish summer 🤣
That's right, if we're from a country that's always raining and cold ( the UK 🤣) than anytime is great in Thailand for sure. A 2 week holiday with kids and a family, sun would normally be at the top of the list. Thanks Monica.
Ofcourse nobody and certainly I don't hope on a big rainy season with all the bad things that come with it like this year but when I come to chiang mai I prefer to come in the wet season because at that time nature and waterfalls up in the mountains are at their best and I don't mind getting a shower from time to time
I agree Jurgen, coming in rainy season is a good thing also. Normally less people around too. 👍
I thought I'd prefer the rainy season because it's so hot in Chiang Mai that I would welcome any rain and cool! But the drainage is so bad in CM that it would be hard to get around.
It's nice to have some rain i agree, i don't mind it. (minus the floods) Hope life is good Becky and hope you not missing travelling to much.
@@WalkAboutWayne It feels strange to stay in one place, but at least I get to go visit my sister on the east coast of the US soon.
Im planning to go from September 15-21 to Chiang Mai... mainly looking for massages, good food, and relax (I went 2 years ago and did all the temples). Im ok with cloudy days and a bit of rain but if it's likely ro rain all day every day it seems I should reschedule. Any advice??
It's tough to predict the weather exactly, but I think it will be okay. It's mostly cloudy with a big storm and rain late in the afternoons. Keep in mind, floods are possible though. This year so far, it's been cloudy most days with slight rain during the day. Rainy season would never put me off coming.
@@WalkAboutWayne thank you for answering!
I can understand not wanting to bring your holiday to the rain. However if you have a girl friend who is willing, taking a walk in a warm rain together is supposed to be a romantic experience like none other.
I like the rainy season, but I live here, so it's different I guess. I can understand people not wanting rain for a 2 week holiday .
Bhumibol Dam in Tak Province is near full... there is flooding downstream and they probably cannot release the waters... the rain keeps it all green and cool.. not bad.
Hope it doesn't flood to bad Ken 🤞
omg you met a subscriber from australia,maybe mum/dad and our aunty will bump into you
stay awesome wayne ❤❤
rachel and christina m
I'm out around the city this week, so manbe i'll bump into them Rachel 😃
@@WalkAboutWayne never know wayne buddy
I try to avoid the rainy season when I visit but in saying that the weather has been pretty crazy this year. It’s well into Spring here in Australia dints been raining here pretty much non stop the who,Ed time. Looking in NSW. Got o roll twice and take a chance sometimes and hope for the best. 😀
I did hear that it's been raining alot in Australia Kirsty. Hope it brightens up soon.
Hope your ankle is OK Wayn,painful when you twist it
I slid on some mud and stubbed my toes. Bit of blood and bruising but i'll live. Thanks Julie.
Cheaper airfares and hotels + and less tourists that's why I like to travel at wet season 😂 !
Nice one John. I enjoy wet season.
Just arrived.wow it is grey
Welcome Marcus. It's been a really overcast day today and the temps have dropped a little.
@@WalkAboutWayne I’m loving the cooler temp. Love this city already
Yes but it’s not to bad Wayne it stops after an hour or 2 and it gets hotter Wayne what about the Woden house have you been thinking about moving in ?
The house was one of the best i've seen mate but i'm still looking at other places. 👍
Forgot...Told my shrink that it has been 5 years since Thailand. He understands.
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Great video brother
Thanks man 👌
Ouch, done that many times going over on the ankle. Felt the pain with you man. This rainy season across the country has been way worse than traditionally but it's a discussion I avoid simply because too many turn a blind eye to 'Climate Change', just don't believe there is such a thing, a figment of our imaginations. We've been getting way more rain than normal here in Sydney Oz too. It's not normal. Hopefully more sunny days ahead for you guys 🤩
I stubbed my toes when i slid on some mud, hurt like mad. I hear you mate, the world is changing. Thanks man.
Good on ya mate.
Cheers John 👌
Wayne-the-Weatherman! "Is it going to rain next week when I arrive?" 555
You could use this next Rainy Season as a side hustle! Make some $$$ man!
I could sell wellies and umbrellas outside the temples 🤣🤣
Right if your on holiday ,its no tperfect if your seeking sun ,but if you live there ,it not much different than UK weather 🤣
Spot on. But it's rain with humid heat.
That young girl in the green dress and white shoes is so very intent upon her work, not to mention exceedingly NaRak. I am beginning to miss the Raining Season, already? When do you predict the Raining Season will begin this year?
Whenever the heavens open.👍
Next week I arrive. Let it rain ,, I don’t care. 😂
That's the spirit Denise 👍👍
Wayne I'm applying for expat health insurance. May I ask what insurance you use its cost and what it covers? Are you happy with it?
Thanks Wayne
SafetyWing, rolling monthly insurance. Covers all the things i need it to. I can't comment if i'm happy with it mate, because I've never had to use it (touch wood)
@@WalkAboutWayne thanks wayne I'll look into them
Hope you’re alright by the way? Did you twist your ankle?
I'm fine thanks. I slid on some mud and stubbed my toes 🤣
What temple is that, Wayne?
Oh, just heard you say it's Wat Chedi
Yes, Wat Chedi Luang . Link in description :)
Love the Elephants on Wat Chedi Luang. Did you offer that girl to do a life drawing of you mate?🤣 How do you choose your seat on a plane, I thought we get what we're given?🤣
@@randyirvine5858 Wat Chedi Luang is such a beauty. Hahaha she was a really good drawer. Choose your own seat by booking with the Airline, i always book with the Airline, can choose seats then. 👍👍
Stay dry, mate!
Will do buddy 👍