In general, November to early April is the ideal season to visit Thailand. It is advised to avoid Thailand from May to October, regardless of geography. The rainy season is from July through October, but monsoons and storms can cause travel delays and cancellations as early as May. Here are some tips to figure out the best months for your travel to Thailand. Learn about typical weather, crowds, and other factors that may influence when you plan your trip to the "Land of Smiles."

The Mekong River is a year-round travel destination but depending on when you go, you?ll have a different experience. The best time to take a cruise down the Mekong is during the dry season, between November and April. Though November through January is the ideal time because the usual temperature won?t be too high and the wet season has already passed.

As an overview, if you intend to tour all of Vietnam, the best times to go across all regions will be Spring (February to April) or Fall (August to October). Temperatures during these two windows are generally moderate throughout the country and rainfall is light, though you will still likely experience a dry and wet season in at least one of the regions you visit.

The best time to visit China is between May and June and September and October, but expect crowds and delays. Avoid traveling to China in July due to high temperatures, humidity, and rainfall.