Presentation of Thailand : Geography

Country’s official name :

Thailand

Capital:

Bangkok

Population of main cities including suburbs:

Bangkok (8,750,000) ; Samut Prakan (390,000) ; Nonthanburi (300,000) ; Udon Thani (250,000) ; Nakhon Ratchasima (210,000)

Area:

513,120 km²

Type of Climate :

Thailand’s climate is tropical, high both in temperature and humidity, and dominated by monsoons. April and May are the hottest months of the year. June sees the beginning of the monsoon, and brings with it the rainy season, which continues intermittently until the end of October. From November to the end of February the climate is cooler and there is a reduction in the humidity level. This is also the main tourist season, and the best time to visit Thailand.

Local Time:

It is %T:%M %A In Bangkok

Summer Time Period :

None.

Official Language:

Thai

Other Languages Spoken:

English is a second language taught in most schools . However it may be difficult to find people able to speak English as only 28 % of the population reach the secondary level at school. Chinese is also often used.

Business Language(s):

Thai and English.

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