Lopburi
City in Thailand
Lopburi is a city in Thailand located 117 kilometers from Bangkok. With a population of about 24,000 as of 2014, it attracts visitors to its historical sites including King Narai's Palace, Phra Prang Sam Yot, and Wat Phra Phutthabat.
What to see
The city features several historical landmarks. Visitors can tour the grounds of King Narai's Palace. Religious and architectural sites include the temple complex of Wat Phra Phutthabat and the ancient ruins of Phra Prang Sam Yot.
When to go
The driest months are December and January, which see minimal rainfall and daily highs around 31 °C to 32 °C. February is also dry with highs of 34 °C. Rainfall increases significantly from May through October, with September being the wettest month, experiencing 259 mm of rain over about 26 days. March and April are the hottest months, with daily highs reaching 35 °C and 36 °C respectively.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, located 99 kilometers from Lopburi.
Top sights in Lopburi
Weather by month
The warmest month is April, with an average high of 36 °C. The wettest is September, with about 259 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 32 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Average low, °C | 21 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 21 |
| Rainfall, mm | 6 | 8 | 33 | 77 | 149 | 125 | 124 | 152 | 259 | 153 | 35 | 5 |
| Rainy days | 3 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 7 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Lopburi (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.