August · Thailand
Best time to visit Kanchanaburi in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kanchanaburi in August
Average temperature 27°C, 220 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.5/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 220 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Kanchanaburi scores 4.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 220 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kanchanaburi's river, wartime bridge and waterfalls sit west of Bangkok near the Myanmar border.
August in Kanchanaburi: expect compromises
Days in August average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 84% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 220 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.5/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Kanchanaburi — 3.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kanchanaburi in August?
- In August, Kanchanaburi averages 27°C, 220 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kanchanaburi?
- August earns a 4.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kanchanaburi in August?
- Expect about 220 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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