Hua Hin
A relaxed Gulf coast beach town, three to four hours from Bangkok, known for its royal connections, long sandy beach and night market.
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Hua Hin is a beach town on the Gulf of Thailand, in the western part of the country. It is the largest city in Prachuap Khiri Khan province and houses the administrative center of Hua Hin district. The town has long been a seaside getaway for the Thai royal family, and a royal palace sits near the shore. Travelers come for the long sandy beach, the night market and a slower pace than the big resort towns. Maps and addresses may use either Hua Hin or Nong Kae, and signs and tickets show the Thai name หัวหิน.
Hua Hin suits couples, families and anyone who wants a beach break within easy reach of Bangkok. Most visitors reach it by train or road in about three to four hours. The cooler, drier months from November to February are the best time to go. Plan at least two or three nights to cover the beach, the town and a day trip along the coast.
Hua Hin in five
- Choose train for charm, van for speedThe train from Bangkok arrives at one of Thailand's oldest railway stations but is slower; a minivan or taxi is faster door to door. Check the State Railway timetable for the day.Central Thailand
- Pick a base by the night market or the beachThe town center has the night market, shops and the station; Khao Takiab to the south has a quieter beach and the monkey hill; Hin Lek Fai has vineyards and cafes. Decide before you book.
- Keep belongings away from the monkeysAt Khao Takiab the monkeys snatch bags, sunglasses and food. Do not feed them, keep valuables zipped away and be careful with phones.
- Use the beach for the morning, not middayThe Gulf coast is hot and shade is limited on the open beach. Horse rides and kitesurfing are part of the scene, so book sports through established operators and check conditions.
- Add a day trip south for caves and parksPranburi, Sam Roi Yot and Kaeng Krachan are an hour or more away by road. Phraya Nakhon Cave involves a hike, so go early and check the park's current hours and fees.Prachuap Khiri Khan
Things to do in Hua Hin
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Need to know
- Airport
- Bangkok DMK or BKK, about 3 to 4 hours; small local airport
- Getting there
- Train, minivan or taxi from Bangkok
- Getting around
- Songthaews, tuk-tuks, taxis and ride apps
- Best base
- Town center, or Khao Takiab for quieter
- Time needed
- 2 to 4 days
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryClear3 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Dry, coolJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 31 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, cool
- FebruaryClear5 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Dry, warmFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 42 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, warm
- MarchClear5 rainy daysHigh32°Low25°Hot, dryMarchClear
Good
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 33 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- AprilPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh33°Low26°Hottest, SongkranAprilPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 77 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hottest, Songkran
- MayRain22 rainy daysHigh33°Low27°Hot, showersMayRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 167 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, showers
- JuneRain19 rainy daysHigh32°Low26°Some rainJuneRain
Poor
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 108 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Some rain
- JulyRain20 rainy daysHigh31°Low26°Some rainJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 142 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Some rain
- AugustRain21 rainy daysHigh31°Low26°Some rainAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 125 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Some rain
- SeptemberRain23 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°WetSeptemberRain
Poor
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 211 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet
- OctoberRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°WettestOctoberRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 280 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wettest
- NovemberRain13 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Cool, easingNovemberRain
Good
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 116 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, easing
- DecemberClear4 rainy daysHigh28°Low23°Cool, dryDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 25 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, dry
Average daily high and low in Hua Hin, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Hua Hin
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 88%
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 92%
Hua Hin
04:18 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today31°25°92%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 92%.
- Wed29°24°91%Wednesday: Rain. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 91%.
- Thu30°24°65%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 65%.
- Fri29°24°83%Friday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 83%.
- Sat29°23°92%Saturday: Rain. High 29°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 92%.
- Sun29°24°100%Sunday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 100%.
Updated 01:19 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 33.76 THB
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Prachuap Khiri Khanabout 1.5 to 2 hours by roadA calm bayside town and quiet beaches to the south.Read the guide
- Pranburi and Sam Roi Yotabout 45 to 75 min by roadWetlands, a cave temple and a hike; go early.
- Kanchanaburiabout 3 hours by roadA war-history and waterfall trip on the way back to Bangkok.Read the guide
Before you go to Hua Hin
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Rules for Hua Hin, checked
- Visa rules depend on your nationality. Check Thailand entry requirements on the Immigration Bureau site before you book, including any digital arrival form.Source
- Vapes and e-cigarettes are banned in Thailand, including carrying them in your luggage. Check the Customs Department site before you fly.Source
- Save the emergency numbers for police, ambulance and the Tourist Police before you travel.
- Cover shoulders and knees when you visit temples, and take off your shoes before entering temple buildings.
Plan around Hua Hin
Regions, islands, entry rules and the season map
Read the guidePrachuap Khiri KhanA quieter coast town south of Hua Hin
Read the guideCentral ThailandAyutthaya, Kanchanaburi and the plains
Read the guideKanchanaburiA rail-and-river trip west of Bangkok
Read the guideBangkokThe capital and gateway
Read the guideGetting around ThailandRail, buses and flights compared
Read the guideBest time to visit ThailandWhich coast is dry in which month
Read the guideHua Hin FAQ
Is Hua Hin worth visiting?
Yes for an easy beach weekend from Bangkok, with a night market, golf and a calmer mood than Pattaya. It is not a snorkeling island, so skip it if clear water is the goal.
How do you get from Bangkok to Hua Hin?
By train, minivan, bus or taxi, usually in three to four hours depending on traffic. The train is slower but scenic; check the State Railway timetable and book a seat in busy periods.
How many days do you need in Hua Hin?
Two days for the beach, the night market and a meal by the sea. Four days let you add a day trip to Pranburi, Sam Roi Yot or Kaeng Krachan.
Is Hua Hin better than Pattaya?
Hua Hin is calmer and more family-oriented, with a royal-resort history; Pattaya is busier, with nightlife and closer to Bangkok. Choose Hua Hin if you want a slower beach town.
When is the best time to visit Hua Hin?
November to February is the coolest and driest stretch. March to May is hot, and June to October has showers, though Hua Hin is often less wet than the Andaman coast.