Climate
We enjoy a tropical climate with 3 distinct seasons - hot from March
through May, wet from June to September, and cool from October through
February. The average annual temperature is 28o C (83o F), ranging
in Bangkok, for example, from 30 C in April to 25 C in December.
Visas:
Visitors to Thailand who hold valid passports or travelling documents
issued by any country included in an officially issued list of list
of eligible countries are permitted one-month visa-free visits. If
planning a longer stay, a Tourist Visa valid for 60 days must be obtained
from a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate abroad. Visa extensions can
be applied for at the Immigration Department in Bangkok.
Health
requirement :
There are no required vaccinations, unless you are coming from an
infected area. Yellow fever certificates are required for those
who are coming from an infected area. Please check the latest regulations
with your local health office.
When
to go :
During
the cool season between November and March.
What
To Wear:
Light, loose cotton clothing is best. Nylon should be avoided. Sweaters
are needed during the cool season evenings or if visiting mountainous
areas or national parks. Jackets and ties are required in a few
restaurants and nightclubs. Neat clothes are required for entering
temples or palaces.
Local
Time:
GMT + 7 hours.
Business
Hours:
Most offices open from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, except on public
holidays. General banking hours are Monday to Friday 9.30 am to 3.30
pm. Many stores open 12 hours a day, seven days a week.