Things to Do in Pattaya in November

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November in Pattaya sits at a turning point. Rainfall drops to about 123mm (4.8 inches) across roughly 15 rainy days, less than half of October's 275mm. Temperatures reach about 30.5°C (87°F) during the day and dip to 24.1°C (75°F) after dark, a welcome step down from April's 33°C peak. The humidity settles around 75%, which feels sticky when you first step outside in the morning, though the breeze off the Gulf of Thailand picks up by midday and takes the edge off.

The month's defining event is Loy Krathong, Thailand's festival of lights, which falls on the full moon of the 12th Thai lunar month. At Bali Hai Pier in South Pattaya and along Jomtien Beach, thousands of candlelit banana-leaf floats drift across dark water after sunset, and the warm smell of incense and marigold carries on the evening air. Outside that night, November feels quieter than the December-February high season, when European and Russian visitors arrive in numbers that pack Walking Street wall to wall.

Hotel rates sit below peak-season levels through most of the month. A room in Jomtien or Naklua costs notably less now than it will 4 weeks later in December. Loy Krathong week is the exception, when waterfront rooms can spike for 3-4 nights.

Why visit in November

The monsoon fades rapidly through November, with the driest days concentrated in the second half. By the last week, you might get 3-4 consecutive rain-free days.
Hotel rates across Naklua, Pratumnak Hill, and Jomtien sit well below peak-season pricing through most of the month.
Loy Krathong, one of Thailand's most photogenic festivals, falls on the November full moon and transforms the waterfront after dark.
Crowd levels stay moderate, especially in the first two weeks. You can walk into beachfront restaurants that require reservations by January.

Worth knowing

Rain still falls on about half the month's days, mostly as afternoon storms that can cancel boat trips to Koh Larn on short notice.
Seas remain rougher than the dry-season calm, limiting snorkeling visibility around the nearby islands until the water settles in the second half of the month.
Some high-season beach clubs and entertainment programs don't launch their full schedules until late November or early December.

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Think twice if

Weather measured 31° / 24°C 123mm rain · 15 rainy days · 75% humidity rains perceptibly ~1.5h/day · 91% of mornings dry

Crowds medium

Pack Lightweight breathable fabrics in cotton or linen, a compact rain jacket or umbrella for afternoon storms, sunscreen rated SPF 30 or higher since UV penetrates the cloud cover, and sandals with rubber tread for wet surfaces.

The final stretch of the monsoon plays out through November in Pattaya. Mornings typically start warm and clear, with the Gulf humidity already thick on your skin before the sea breeze picks up around 10:00. By early afternoon, cumulus clouds build over the hills east of the city, and on roughly half the month's days they crack open into short, heavy downpours. Most storms run 30 to 60 minutes before clearing. The rain hammers the tin rooftops along Beach Road, sends warm steam rising off the pavement, and stops as abruptly as it started. The evening payoff arrives around 18:00, when the air feels washed and comfortable enough for open-air dining without the damp-shirt stickiness of the deeper monsoon months. Wind direction shifts from the southwesterly monsoon toward the gentler northeast trades, and the sea along Jomtien flattens by late November toward its dry-season calm.

Seasonal caution

Sudden afternoon downpours can drop 30-50mm in under an hour during the first two weeks of November. Low-lying areas near Soi Buakhao in South Pattaya are prone to temporary street-level flooding that clears within an hour or two.
Rip currents strengthen along Jomtien Beach during and immediately after storms. Red flags posted by lifeguards mean the water is unsafe for swimming. Respect them without exception.

Year-round climate

Averages from the last 5 years.

Monthly climate averages for Pattaya
Month	Avg high (°C)	Avg low (°C)	Rainfall (mm)
Jan	31	22	20
Feb	31	24	69
Mar	32	25	80
Apr	33	27	86
May	32	27	174
Jun	32	27	104
Jul	30	27	201
Aug	31	26	166
Sep	30	26	281
Oct	30	25	275
Nov	31	24	123
Dec	31	23	20

Holidays and festivals in November

When is Loy Krathong in 2026?

24 November 2026

Loy Krathong is a major cultural celebration in Pattaya. In 2026 it falls on 24 November 2026.

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Loy Krathong

Full moon of the 12th Thai lunar month, typically mid-to-late November

Thailand's festival of lights, when thousands of handmade banana-leaf floats carrying candles, incense, and flowers are set adrift on water. In Pattaya, the main celebrations center on the beachfront and pier areas, with fireworks, traditional dance performances, and krathong-making workshops from late afternoon into the night. The scale is smaller than Bangkok or Chiang Mai, but the beachfront setting gives Pattaya's version a distinct waterfront character.

#LoyKrathong

Best things to do in November

Float a krathong at Loy Krathong

cultural

Release a handmade banana-leaf float carrying a candle, incense, and flowers onto the sea from Bali Hai Pier or along the Jomtien beachfront. Fireworks light up the sky above the pier, and traditional dance performances run from late afternoon until midnight. The reflection of hundreds of candle flames on the dark water is the kind of sight that photographs poorly but stays with you.

Loy Krathong falls on the November full moon. This is the one night of the year for this tradition, and you cannot experience it any other month.

Booking tipNo booking needed. Arrive at Bali Hai Pier by 17:00 to secure a good viewing spot. Buy your krathong from vendors near the pier or from the temple fair stalls.

Explore Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden

nature

A botanical garden opened in 1980, about 18 km south of central Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road. Themed sections include French formal hedges, tropical orchid greenhouses, and a dinosaur-sculpture valley. The daily Thai cultural show features traditional dance and martial arts.

The grounds are at their greenest after 5 months of monsoon rain, with orchid varieties in heavy bloom. The outdoor walk is comfortable at November temperatures, unlike the draining heat of the March-April peak.

Booking tipArrange transport through your hotel or hire a songthaew for the half-day trip. Allow 3-4 hours to cover the main gardens and catch a show.

Day trip to Koh Larn

beach

A 45-minute ferry ride from Bali Hai Pier to Pattaya's nearest island. Six beaches ring the western shore. The sand at Samae Beach is powdery and white. Tawaen Beach is the most developed, with sunbed vendors and food stalls. Tien Beach sits quieter, with fewer tour groups and water that shades from turquoise to dark blue depending on depth.

Seas calm through November as the monsoon retreats, and the ferry returns to its full schedule. Water visibility improves week by week. Beach crowds are a fraction of what they'll be in the dry-season peak.

Booking tipTake the public ferry from Bali Hai Pier, which runs roughly every 30 minutes. On the island, rent a motorbike to reach the quieter southern beaches.

Visit the Sanctuary of Truth at golden hour

cultural

An all-wood temple structure in Naklua, covered in intricate hand-carved Hindu and Buddhist mythology panels, under continuous construction since 1981. The building rises over 100 meters from the waterfront. The craftsmanship is best appreciated in warm, low-angle light when shadows deepen the relief carvings.

November's late-afternoon temperatures are comfortable enough for the 90-minute outdoor walking tour. The same route under direct sun during the hottest months is genuinely exhausting.

Naklua waterfront seafood dinner

food

The small restaurants and open-air stalls along Naklua's waterfront lanes serve fresh-caught seafood at prices well below the tourist-facing restaurants on Pattaya Beach Road. Charcoal smoke from the grills mixes with the salt air off the bay. Grilled prawns, steamed crab, and raw oysters fill most tables.

Calmer seas in the second half of November send fishing boats back to regular schedules, and the catch is noticeably fresher than during the rougher monsoon months of July through October.

Booking tipNo reservation needed most evenings. During Loy Krathong week, waterfront tables fill by 18:00.

Explore Viharn Sien museum

cultural

A Chinese-Thai museum and shrine south of the city near the Silverlake area. Indoor galleries house Chinese dynastic artifacts, Shaolin-era weaponry, and terracotta warrior figures. The outdoor sculpture gardens and reflecting pool sit in quiet grounds that see few tourists even in high season.

November's occasionally rainy afternoons make an indoor cultural attraction especially valuable for itinerary planning. The grounds are comfortable to walk in the lower heat, and you'll likely have the galleries to yourself.

What to eat in November

In season: fruit

Pomelo (som-o)
The Thong Dee variety from Nakhon Pathom province peaks in sweetness during November. Street vendors in Naklua sell them pre-segmented in bags, and the thick rind peels to reveal segments that burst with tart-sweet juice.
Rose apple (chomphu)
The bell-shaped fruit reaches peak crispness as the cool season approaches. Pale pink skin gives way to a texture somewhere between an apple and a watermelon, with almost no acidity. Sold by the bag at Naklua Market.

On menus now

Moo kata
A Thai BBQ-hot pot hybrid cooked on a dome-shaped grill at the center of the table. The sizzle of pork on the metal dome mixes with steam from the broth moat around it. Outdoor moo kata restaurants along Thepprasit Road fill up on November evenings when the temperature drops.
Pla kapong neung manao
Steamed sea bass doused in lime, garlic, and chili. November marks the return of calmer seas along the Gulf coast, and the fresh catch at Naklua's waterfront restaurants tends to be at its best as fishing boats resume full operation after the rougher monsoon months.

Festival food

Khao tom mat
Sticky rice with banana steamed in banana leaves, sold from carts along the beachfront during Loy Krathong week. The smell of warm banana and coconut cream carries before you see the vendor.

Regular events in November

Pattaya International Fireworks FestivalFree

International pyrotechnic teams compete with choreographed fireworks displays set to music over the water near Bali Hai Pier. The beachfront viewing areas fill up well before the first launch. Some years the festival shifts to early December.

Late November (dates vary annually)

Loy Krathong temple fairsFree

Wat Chai Mongkhon and other temples across the city hold multi-day fairs around the Loy Krathong full moon. Food stalls, traditional performance stages, and krathong-selling vendors set up in the temple grounds for 2-3 days around the festival evening.

2-3 days surrounding the Loy Krathong full moon

Father's Day and National Day preparationsFree

December 5 marks Thailand's National Day, honoring the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Buildings, temples, and public spaces across Pattaya mount yellow-themed decorations and portrait displays in the final week of November, giving the city a distinctly festive atmosphere before the official date.

Last week of November through December 5

Best places this November

Sanctuary of Truth
temple
The all-wood temple project at the tip of the Naklua headland, where artisans continue adding mythology-themed panels daily. November's post-monsoon air, washed clean by months of rain, sharpens the view from the ocean-facing deck toward the Gulf horizon.
Naklua
Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
garden
Post-monsoon gardens at their greenest, with orchid varieties in bloom across the grounds. An on-site Thai cultural show runs twice daily with traditional dance and martial arts demonstrations.
Na Jomtien
Jomtien Beach
beach
The calmer beach south of central Pattaya, stretching about 6 km along the coast. November brings improving sea conditions as the monsoon pulls back. Sunbed vendors and small restaurants line the promenade, and the evening atmosphere is noticeably more relaxed than the main Pattaya Beach strip.
Jomtien
Viharn Sien
museum
South of the city near the Silverlake area. Indoor galleries of Chinese dynastic art and outdoor sculpture gardens make this a strong rainy-afternoon option. The collection rewards a slow visit, and November's lower visitor numbers mean quiet galleries.
Na Jomtien
Bali Hai Pier
landmark
The main pier at the southern end of Walking Street, serving as both the Koh Larn ferry departure point and the center of Pattaya's Loy Krathong celebrations. On the festival evening, the pier and surrounding beach fill with krathong sellers and families launching their floats into the dark water.
South Pattaya
Pratumnak Hill
viewpoint
The elevated headland between Pattaya Beach and Jomtien, home to Wat Phra Yai temple with its golden Buddha overlooking the coast. The hilltop viewpoint offers panoramic views of both bays. November's cleaner air after the monsoon improves visibility toward Koh Larn on the horizon. The neighborhood below is quieter and more residential than the beachfront strips.
Pratumnak
Pattaya Floating Market
market
A canal-side market complex off Sukhumvit Road with over 100 vendor pavilions on the water, grouped by Thailand's four regions. The food section sells regional dishes from Isan, the south, the north, and central Thailand that you won't find on the beachfront tourist strips. November evenings are comfortable enough to linger through the 2-3 hours the market deserves.
East Pattaya

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Compact packable rain jacketAfternoon storms arrive fast. A jacket that folds into a pocket-sized pouch beats an umbrella when you're walking between beach and restaurant along Jomtien. Shop
Waterproof phone pouchSalt spray on the Bali Hai Pier ferry to Koh Larn and sudden rain on the street are both phone killers. Pouches are sold at every 7-Eleven in town if you arrive without one. Shop
Sunscreen SPF 50November's cloud cover is deceptive. UV penetrates through the overcast, and reflected glare off wet sand doubles your exposure. Apply before leaving the hotel. Shop
Quick-dry clothingCotton takes hours to dry in Pattaya's November humidity. Synthetic or linen-blend shirts dry on a balcony rail by morning. Shop
Mosquito repellent with DEETStanding water after afternoon storms breeds mosquitoes, especially around Naklua's quieter lanes and the canal areas. Apply at dusk. Shop
Light sarong or cover-upTemples like Wat Chai Mongkhon require covered shoulders and knees. A sarong doubles as a beach cover and an impromptu temple-entry pass. Shop
Waterproof sandals with rubber treadPattaya's tile sidewalks and the polished floors inside shopping centers like Central Festival become slippery after rain. Rubber soles prevent the most common wet-season tourist injury. Shop
Dry bag (10-15 liter)Keeps electronics, passport, and wallet safe during boat crossings to Koh Larn when spray comes over the bow. Also useful for beach days when you need to leave gear near the water. Shop

Insider tips

The seafood restaurants along Naklua's back lanes charge roughly half what the tourist-facing beachfront places on Pattaya Beach Road charge for identical grilled prawns and steamed crab. Locals eat off the main road, and the food is fresher because the turnover is higher.
For Loy Krathong, buy your krathong from the small vendors near Wat Chai Mongkhon's temple fair rather than the Beach Road tourist vendors. The temple ones are handmade, and the money supports the wat.
November's afternoon storms follow a readable pattern. Watch the sky east of the city around 13:30. If the clouds are tall and dark-bottomed, expect rain within the hour. Schedule an indoor stop, like Viharn Sien or Central Festival, for the 15:00-17:00 window and you'll dodge most storms.
The songthaew shared trucks that loop Beach Road and Second Road have a standard local fare. Tourists routinely get quoted many times more. Board without negotiating a price, ride to your stop, and pay the standard amount as you step off. If the driver demands an inflated fare, walk away and flag the next truck.

Avoid these mistakes

Booking a full-day island trip to Koh Larn without checking the morning marine forecast. In early November, the sea can still be rough enough to make speedboat crossings miserable. On high-wind days, take the larger ferry from Bali Hai Pier or postpone by a day.
Assuming November's rain is uniform throughout the month. The first 10-12 days tend to be noticeably wetter than the last 10. If you have flexibility in your dates, the second half delivers more sunshine.
Walking in flip-flops after a storm. Pattaya's tile sidewalks and the polished floors inside malls and 7-Elevens become slippery. Sandals with rubber tread prevent a fall that could sideline your trip.
Skipping sunscreen on overcast mornings. The cloud layer filters visible light but lets UV through. A full day on Jomtien Beach under grey November skies can produce a worse burn than a sunny afternoon, because you don't feel the heat building.

Practical tips for November

The Thai baht trades at roughly 32.7 to the US dollar as of late 2026, and Pattaya's costs run lower than Bangkok for food and accommodation. ATMs charge a foreign-card fee of about 220 THB per withdrawal, so take out larger amounts to reduce the per-transaction hit. Exchange booths on Second Road typically offer better rates than airport or hotel desks. Temples require covered shoulders and knees year-round, and November's warmth makes it easy to forget a cover-up when heading out in shorts and a tank top. Book Loy Krathong week accommodation at least 2 weeks ahead if you want a waterfront room. Traffic around the beachfront crawls to a near-stop on Loy Krathong evening, so walk or take a motorbike taxi rather than a car. Pharmacies and 7-Elevens across Pattaya stock sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and basic rain gear if you arrive without them.

FAQ

Is November a good time to visit Pattaya?

November is a solid shoulder-season choice with real trade-offs. The monsoon is fading, so you get more dry hours than in September or October, but storms still interrupt about half the days. Prices sit below peak-season rates, crowds are thinner, and Loy Krathong adds a genuine cultural highlight that December doesn't offer. If you want guaranteed dry weather, wait for the dry season. If you want better value and a festival atmosphere, November's Loy Krathong delivers something the drier months cannot.

What is the weather like in Pattaya in November?

Warm and humid, with afternoon storms on roughly half the days. Mornings tend to be clear and comfortable. The rain arrives fast, drops hard, and usually clears within the hour. Evenings cool enough for open-air dining without the sticky oppressiveness of the peak-monsoon months. The weather improves noticeably through the month, with the last 10 days significantly drier than the first.

Is Pattaya crowded in November?

Moderately. The first two weeks feel quieter than the December-February peak, with shorter queues at attractions like the Sanctuary of Truth and available sunbeds on Jomtien Beach. The final week picks up as early high-season arrivals trickle in, and Loy Krathong evening draws a genuine crowd to the beachfront. At no point does it reach January-level density.

Is it safe to swim at Pattaya beaches in November?

The main Pattaya Beach has limited swimming year-round due to jet-ski and boat traffic. Jomtien Beach is better for swimming, though residual monsoon swells produce stronger currents than the calm of the dry season. Watch for red flags posted by lifeguards after storms. Koh Larn's western beaches offer the clearest water once seas settle, typically by mid-to-late November.

What should I pack for Pattaya in November?

Light, breathable clothing for warm days, a packable rain jacket for the afternoon storms, sunscreen rated SPF 50 because UV penetrates the cloud cover, and sandals with rubber tread for slippery wet surfaces. A waterproof phone pouch and a small dry bag are worth their weight if you plan boat trips or beach days. Mosquito repellent becomes important at dusk after rain leaves standing water.