Bangkok vs Koh Samui

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bangkok edges ahead as the better destination in November. Bangkok offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Koh Samui sees 9 sunshine hours and 22 rain days.

Bangkok can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Koh Samui is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bangkok is the stronger choice in November. Bangkok receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Bangkok reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Koh Samui averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 2°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Bangkok receives approximately 41 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during November. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Koh Samui sees 284 mm over 22 rain days. That makes Bangkok the drier option by 15 rain days and 243 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.