🇹🇭 Bangkok vs Beijing 🇨🇳

Bangkok, Thailand vs Beijing, China — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Bangkok is the warmer of the two — about 15 degrees warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 48 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇹🇭 Bangkok🇨🇳 Beijing
Avg annual high33°C18°C
Hottest monthApril (36°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthDecember (21°C low)January (-9°C low)
Rainy days / year11365
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberApril, September, October

🇹🇭 Bangkok

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in April (36°C), coldest lows in December (21°C).

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Bangkok or Beijing warmer?

Bangkok is warmer overall, averaging about 15 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Bangkok or Beijing?

Bangkok is rainier — Beijing sees about 48 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok vs Beijing?

Bangkok is best around January, February, December; Beijing is best around April, September, October.

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