Your first weekend in Bangkok: palaces, river and Chinatown
Bangkok markets: Pak Khlong Talat and Chatuchak
Chao Phraya river evening: piers, ferries and temple viewsAn example packing list for Bangkok in December
Use this as a starting point and choose what suits your plans. Packtricia tailors your list and quantities to your trip length, weather and preferences.
Clothing
- Breathable tops
- Lightweight trousers or skirt
- Underwear
- Bras (if worn)
- Socks
- Sleepwear
- Comfortable walking outfit for markets and riverside lanes
- Shoulder- and knee-covering outfit for temples
- Light layer for air-conditioned trains and malls
- Swimwear (if planned)
Toiletries
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body wash or soap
- Deodorant
- Sunscreen
- Personal hygiene products (if used)
- Insect repellent (if needed)
- Blister care (if needed)
Essentials
- Passport
- Visa or TDAC confirmation (as applicable)
- Travel tickets and booking confirmations
- Wallet and payment cards
- Thai baht cash for small vendors and boat fares
- Phone
- Charging cable and charger
- Power bank
- Travel adapter (if needed)
- Medication (if needed)
- Glasses or contact lenses (if used)
- Reusable water bottle
- Small day bag
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Waterproof phone pouch for river trips (if planned)
Monthly weather and packing notes
December in Bangkok is hot, so plan breathable clothes and a slower midday break; carry water and seek shade on exposed walks. This example is a starting point, not a forecast. Download Packtricia for a detailed personal list shaped around your actual dates, trip length, luggage, preferences and plans.
- Daytime
- 32–34°C
- Evenings
- 22–24°C
- Rain
- Mostly dry
- Daylight
- Allow time for temple queues, river crossings and air-conditioned breaks; check opening and boat service for your dates.
- Packing style
- Choose breathable layers, sun cover and an optional light layer for cold trains and indoor spaces.
Temperature bands are rounded from Thailand Meteorological Department Bangkok Metropolis 1991–2020 normal monthly mean daily maximum and minimum, with a small planning margin; they are not a forecast. Rain wording is a compact guide based on normal monthly rain days. The hot humid climate varies by year; check a current forecast and local notices.
Outfit ideas for your outings
Grand Palace and Wat Pho
- Shoulders and knees covered
- Shoes easy to remove
- Water and sun protection
Riverside and ferry walks
- Grippy walking sandals or shoes
- Lightweight clothes
- Compact rain cover when showers are likely
Skytrain and indoor stops
- Breathable outfit for outdoors
- Optional light layer for strong air-conditioning
- Comfortable shoes for station walks
What to leave behind
- Heavy denim or non-breathable layers for daytime walks; lightweight fabrics dry and cool more easily.
- A large bag for temple visits; check the current venue security and storage rules before going.
Reviewed 2026-10-24
Thai Meteorological Department — Bangkok Metropolis climate normals 1991–2020 · Tourism Authority of Thailand — Bangkok destination guide