JulyJuly is spectacular in Borneo, Malaysia and Thailand. Many other Asia destinations are in their monsoon season, or very hot and humid. While heavy rain affects parts of the continent, there are still plenty of destination options if you're looking for sunshine, beach days or time out in nature.Borneo is in peak dry season, with excellent conditions for jungle trekking and spotting wildlife in the canopy and along riverbanks. Malaysia’s east coast islands, including Tioman and Redang, have calm seas and clear underwater visibility – ideal for snorkelling and boat trips. The Cameron Highlands stay cool and green, with shaded walking routes through tea country. Central Vietnam remains mostly hot and dry, though popular beach areas can be busy with domestic school holiday travellers. Thailand’s Gulf islands tend to stay drier than the stormier Andaman coast, with brief showers and plenty of sunshine in between the rain. Cambodia is best avoided if you want to stay dry: it’s wet season, with overcast skies and intense downpours. Borneo Best for national parks and Sarawak celebrationsJuly is one of the best times to travel to Borneo, with dry weather, clear skies and some of the year’s best conditions for trekking and wildlife watching. Trails are firm underfoot, so get out and explore the national parks, like Bako, where sightings of bearded pigs, silvered langurs and flying lemurs are more likely. Off the coast, Sabah’s marine parks offer calm seas and excellent visibility for snorkelling. It’s also festival season – the Borneo Cultural Festival (typically mid-month) brings together food, dance and music from Sarawak’s diverse communities in a lively, week-long celebration. Just be aware: this is a popular time to visit, so early booking is essential for wildlife lodges.Explore Borneo Malaysia Best for calm seas and cool highlandsJuly is a reliable month for travel in Malaysia, with generally dry weather across the country and excellent conditions on the east coast islands. The seas of Tioman and Redang are calm – great if you’re planning to swim, snorkel or take a boat trip. Inland, the Cameron Highlands stay refreshingly cool – ideal for walking trails through tea plantations and forested hills. In the cities, places like Kuala Lumpur and Penang have dry spells between brief tropical showers, making sightseeing comfortable earlier in the day. Just note that haze from regional fires can occasionally affect air clarity, particularly in urban and low-lying areas.Visit Malaysia Thailand Best for Gulf coast beachesWet season is well underway in July, but travel is still possible with the right planning. While the Andaman coast sees frequent downpours and rough seas, the Gulf coast – including Ko Samui and Ko Pha-Ngan – tends to stay drier, with sunny spells between showers. In the north, the landscape around Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai turns vividly green, though trekking trails may be slippery or closed. Bangkok remains hot and humid, but early starts and retreating to the hotel pool can make city touring manageable.Take me to Thailand Also Recommended in July South KoreaIn South Korean culture, there’s always something new on the scene – and that’s part of the thrill. K-pop, street food, palaces and pop-ups all share the same streets. Come with us, and dive straight into the action. VietnamVietnam blends deep history with fast-moving energy. Temples and towers rise beside street kitchens, with mountains to the north and beaches to the south. You won’t see it all – but you’ll want to try. JapanJapan has a way of upending expectations. It’s orderly and unpredictable, ancient and cutting-edge – sometimes all on the same street. We’ll help it all click into place, from the moment you arrive. Speak with a destination specialistFriendly, dedicated people who care as much about your trip as you do.Get in touchDownload a brochure The rest of the year JanuaryFrom the snowy slopes of Pyeongchang to the sun-warmed coastlines of Cambodia and Thailand, January is a brilliant time across many destinations in Asia. FebruaryFrom Thailand’s warm, dry beaches to hiking the limestone peaks of rural Laos, February is one of the most reliable months for travel across Southeast Asia and India. For those craving a colder escape, Japan’s snow-covered north delivers deep winter. MarchMarch is one of the best months of the year for a holiday in Asia: dry conditions and clear travel routes in many of the most popular destinations. AprilFrom Songkran water fights in Thailand to cruising along Borneo’s rivers, April in Asia is alive with movement, colour and wildlife. MayMay is a month of shifting seasons and big contrasts in weather. Clear skies hold in some regions, while others begin to stir with the season’s first storms. JuneJune is a month of contrast across Asia – while rains arrive in some regions, others hit their prime with calm seas and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. JulyJuly is spectacular in Borneo, Malaysia and Thailand. Many other Asia destinations are in their monsoon season, or very hot and humid. AugustAugust isn’t the easiest month to travel in some Asia countries and regions. But, hone in on the right areas, and you’ll find dry weather, rich greenery and fewer fellow tourists. SeptemberMuch like August, September sees a mixture of weather across Asia – some destinations are warm and sunny – others are incredible hot and wet. OctoberOctober is a golden window of travel for many Asian destinations – skies clear, humidity fades and landscapes shift into vivid autumn oranges and post-wet season greens. NovemberAcross many destinations in Asia, November brings crisp air, dry days and plenty of opportunity for a cultural adventure. DecemberDecember is a brilliant time for travel to many Asia destinations: dry, warm and celebratory.