Khlong Lan National Park
Park Forest national park in western Thailand with waterfalls
A national park in western Thailand known for Khlong Lan Waterfall, dense forest and wildlife; it attracts trekkers, waterfall swimmers and local campers.
Tips for Visiting Khlong Lan National Park #
- Arrive early in the morning to see Khlong Lan Waterfall at its clearest light and to avoid the mid-day heat and weekend visitors that crowd the main falls.
- Enter via the park headquarters/entrance near Khlong Lan Waterfall off the local highway (the waterfall is the park's primary access point) and ask at the ranger station for the best short trails - they will direct you to the main falls and nearby cascades.
- Visit during or just after the rainy season for maximum waterfall flow, but be prepared for muddy or slippery access tracks and occasional temporary closures; conversely the dry season gives easier access to upstream pools and short walks that many overlook.
Best Time to Visit Khlong Lan National Park #
Visit Khlong Lan National Park in the cool, dry season (November-February) for the most comfortable hiking and best access to waterfalls.
Weather & Climate near Khlong Lan National Park #
Khlong Lan National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and mild winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 13°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1294 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (195 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (233 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.