Thailand

Bangkok

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Bangkok is a major urban hub far from the coast, and by nature a gateway to Thailand’s diving regions rather than a diving destination itself. The city itself has limited diving access, with most divers using day trips from coastal centers or airports to reach the Gulf of Thailand and nearby dive zones. In practice, Bangkok serves as a logistics base for courses, gear rental pickup, and connections to regional dive centers, while freshwater or inland options are not a feature of the city. If you’re planning a dive trip, expect to travel to coastal sites for reef, wreck, and macro diving in the Gulf of Thailand or other Thai dive areas.

Essential information for traveling in Thailand

About Thailand

Sea
Andaman Sea, Malacca Strait, Gulf of Thailand a...
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Languages
TH
Demonym
Thai
Phone prefix
+66

Practicalities

Currency
THB
Voltage
220
Plug type
Type A, Type C, Type F
Airports
BKK DMK HKT KBV USM

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Bangkok

Nearby Dive Sites (6)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Bangkok

The best time to dive in Bangkok

The best months to dive in Bangkok are from January to March. Temperatures are confortable (27-30°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
28 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
30 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
30 °C 6/10
05 - May
29 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
28 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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