Your assessment
Your answer for Bangkok
!Moderate risk
Mostly safe with specific situations to watch for. Read the briefing below.
Recommendation: Use caution in selected situations.
Field Briefing
Mode: I am here now · Bangkok
SECTION I·b — Today's Weather
🌦 Drizzle
Bangkok, Thailand
| Today's high / low | 35.3°C / 28.3°C | Wind now / max | 2.9 km/h / 15 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humidity | 80% | Precipitation today | 8.7 mm · 95% chance |
| UV (max today) | 9.1 | Sunrise / Sunset | 05:51 / 18:37 |
- Extreme heat
- High precipitation chance
- Very high UV
- Thunderstorm risk
Source: Open-Meteo (free public weather API) · fetched 2026-05-15 09:27:32 UTC
SECTION I·c — Air Quality
Air Quality
Good
| PM2.5 / PM10 | 7.9 / 8.4 µg/m³ | O₃ / NO₂ | 52 / 14.5 µg/m³ |
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Source: Open-Meteo Air Quality · fetched 2026-05-15 09:27:33 UTC
SECTION I·d — Official Travel Advisory
Level 2 · Exercise Increased Caution
Thailand - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
SECTION I·e — Disaster Alerts
Active Disaster Alerts (within ~500 km)
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Drought is on going in China, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam GREEN · ~307 km · 2026-04-30
The Drought notification level is Green.
Source: GDACS · fetched 2026-05-15 09:04:51
SECTION I·f — Health Notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-04-16
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Samoa, Cook Islands (New Zealand), Bangladesh, Mali, Vietnam, New Caledonia (France), Timor-L
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-03-09
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-05-15 09:04:52
SECTION I·g — Recent Headlines
Recent Headlines · Bangkok Thailand
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Thailand Moves Toward Mandatory Health Insurance for Visitors to Strengthen Travel Safety and Healthcare Protection: All You Need to Know
Travel And Tour World · 3d ago
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TAT Inspires Travel across Thailand with LISA through "Feel All the Feelings, Seeking Thailand’s Wonders", Inviting Travellers to Discover Thailand and Win Five Styles of Exclusive Items
USA Today · 4d ago
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This Unknown City Wants To Become Thailand’s Next Vacation Hotspot
Travel Off Path · 5d ago
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Which airlines in Thailand are the safest
Airline Ratings · 23h ago
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Southeast Asia's second largest economy witnesses 3.5% tourism decline in first four months
VnExpress International · 3d ago
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R3 Life Wellness Center Partners with TAT and Qatar Airways to Advance Medical Tourism Thailand
EIN News · 6d ago
Source: Google News · headlines verbatim, dates from publishers · fetched 2026-05-15 09:27:33 UTC
SECTION II — Quantitative Assessment
Use caution in selected situations.
Origin / Destination
| Current | Bangkok, Thailand |
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SECTION III — Immediate Safety
Immediate Safety
Safe right now
Next 24 hours
- Save local emergency numbers in your phone.
- Confirm a safe route to your accommodation.
- Keep a charged phone and a small amount of local cash.
If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services immediately.
SECTION V — Data Confidence
Data Confidence
Confidence: HIGH
Matched scope: city · Source: city-level + country fallback
Last reviewed: 2026-05-15 06:27:52
SECTION VI — Top Risk Drivers
Top Risk Drivers
[Bangkok] Recent crime rate decline but still moderate risk · crime
Bangkok crime rates dropped 17% in 2025, yet the city still reports a moderate overall crime level.
→ Use official taxi services with verified driver ID and avoid known high‑crime areas such as Soi Sukhumvit 4 after dark.
[Bangkok] Prostitution activity in Sukhumvit area · crime
Six foreign women were detained for prostitution in the Sukhumvit area on May 7, indicating ongoing illicit activity.
→ Avoid Soi Sukhumvit 4 and surrounding streets during evenings; use reputable establishments.
[Bangkok] Visa‑free stay reduction to 30 days · advisory
Thailand cut visa‑free stays from 60 to 30 days over crime concerns, effective from January 1, 2026.
→ Confirm visa validity before departure and apply for an extension if staying beyond 30 days.
[Bangkok] Anti‑government rallies causing traffic chaos · transport
Rallies are expected to disrupt traffic at Ratchaprasong and Lat Prao intersections.
→ Plan alternate routes and avoid those intersections during rally times.
[Bangkok] Mpox cases surge post‑holiday · health
48 mpox cases were reported after the holiday season, including 5 Clade Ib variants.
→ Maintain hand hygiene, avoid close contact with symptomatic individuals, and monitor health advisories.
[Bangkok] Hantavirus risk low but surveillance increased · health
No hantavirus cases detected; authorities have stepped up surveillance measures.
→ Avoid contact with rodents, keep food sealed, and follow local health guidelines.
[Bangkok] Elevated environmental pollution · environmental
The environmental score of 55 indicates elevated pollution levels.
→ Wear masks when outdoors, avoid peak traffic hours, and consider indoor activities during high‑pollution periods.
SECTION VII — Threat Vector Decomposition
Threat Vector Decomposition
SECTION VIII — Executive Summary
Executive Summary
Bangkok currently faces moderate crime and political activity, with recent protests causing traffic disruptions and a rise in mpox cases. Health risks remain low for hantavirus but vigilance against mpox is advised. Travelers should adjust itineraries around protest zones and verify visa status.
Live Intelligence / AI-Assisted Briefing
AI summary: Bangkok currently faces moderate crime and political activity, with recent protests causing traffic disruptions and a rise in mpox cases. Health risks remain low for hantavirus but vigilance against mpox is advised. Travelers should adjust itineraries around protest zones and verify visa status.
Recent intelligence items
- Bangkok crime rates drop 17% in 2025 [source]
- Six foreign women detained for prostitution in Sukhumvit area [source]
- Thailand cuts visa‑free stays to 30 days over crime concerns [source]
- Anti‑government rallies likely to cause traffic chaos at Ratchaprasong [source]
- Post‑holiday season sees surge in mpox cases [source]
- Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus [source]
- Thailand clear of hantavirus [source]
Field recommendations
- Use official ride‑hailing apps with verified driver ID to reduce crime risk.
- Avoid the Sukhumvit 4 area after dark to stay away from prostitution activity.
- Check visa validity before departure; apply for extension if staying beyond 30 days.
- Plan alternate routes around Ratchaprasong and Lat Prao during protest periods.
- Maintain hand hygiene and avoid close contact with individuals showing mpox symptoms.
- Keep food sealed and avoid contact with rodents to mitigate hantavirus risk.
- Wear masks when outdoors during peak traffic hours to reduce exposure to elevated pollution.
- Stay updated on Thai health ministry advisories for mpox and hantavirus.
Sources the AI drew from
These are the public-web snippets fed into the AI for this briefing. Verify any specific claim by reading the source.
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Bangkok crime rates drop 17% in 2025, arrests improve | Thaiger
Bangkok crime rates drop 17% in 2025, arrests improve | Thaiger Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Bangkok recorded a notable decline in crime rates in 2025, alongside improved arrest rates. This reflected more proactive and targeted policing by the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB)
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6 foreign women detained for prostitution in Bangkok
6 foreign women detained for prostitution in Bangkok Photo via Facebook/ตำรวจไทย - Thaipolice Police arrested six foreign women for prostitution in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok on May 7 following complaints from residents and the circulation of videos on Thai social media. Th
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Thailand cuts visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days over crime concerns
# Thailand cuts visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days over crime concerns Published: 2026-05-14T00:30:22+08:00 Type: Low Content ## Summary BANGKOK: Thailand will cut the visa-free stay period for tourists from 93 countries from 60 days to 30 days to help prevent criminal activit
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Bangkok Post - Anti-govt rallies tipped to cause traffic chaos
preconnect morethan 4 browser -- -- Bangkok Post - Anti-govt rallies tipped to cause traffic chaos -- SIGN IN Subscribe -- Anti-govt rallies tipped to cause traffic chaos - Large - Medium - Small - -- 49 # Anti-govt rallies tipped to cause traffic chaos A driver shows a ba
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Thousands join convoy protests in Bangkok to demand resignation of Thai prime minister | South China Morning Post
Thousands join convoy protests in Bangkok to demand resignation of Thai prime minister | South China Morning Post Advertisement # Thousands join convoy protests in Bangkok to demand resignation of Thai prime minister ### The Bangkok protest was one of several rallies across Th
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Defiant protesters take over Bangkok streets, PM seeks talks | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
Defiant protesters take over Bangkok streets, PM seeks talks | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com # Defiant protesters take over Bangkok streets, PM seeks talks Pro-democracy protesters attend an anti-government protest, in Bangkok, Thailand on October 18. (REUTERS Photo) BANGK
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Bangkok Post - Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus
Bangkok Post - Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus - Small - Medium - Large # Thai disease checkpoints on alert for hantavirus Risk considered low but health authorities stepping up surveillance measures Spanish C
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Bangkok Post - Thailand clear of hantavirus
Bangkok Post - Thailand clear of hantavirus Thailand clear of hantavirus - Small - Medium - Large # Thailand clear of hantavirus No cases of the deadly hantavirus have been detected in Thailand following a World Health Organization (WHO) alert about infections linked to a cru
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Post-holiday season sees surge in mpox cases - Thai Newsroom
Post-holiday season sees surge in mpox cases - Thai Newsroom THE Public Health Ministry urged people to be vigilant as 48 cases of monkeypox, aka mpox, appeared after the holiday season ended, including five cases of Clade Ib variant, with it being possible for more people to ca
SECTION X — Predict / Protect / Rescue / Restore
Predict / Protect / Rescue / Restore
Predict
- Check the official foreign-ministry travel advisory for your destination.
- Check official health notices (WHO/CDC equivalent) for outbreaks.
- Check the local weather forecast for the next 72 hours.
- Check transport disruption notices (rail/strikes/airport delays).
Protect
- Pre-book verified transport and avoid unsolicited drivers at hubs.
- Avoid late-night movement in unfamiliar areas.
- Keep digital and paper copies of your documents in two places.
- Use front-facing bags in crowded areas; do not place valuables in back pockets.
Rescue
- Save local emergency numbers (police, ambulance, fire, general 112/911).
- Identify the nearest hospital or clinic and how to reach it.
- Carry a backup payment card stored separately from your main wallet.
- Know the address of your country’s embassy or consulate.
Restore
- After any incident, document what happened and who you contacted.
- Replace any lost or stolen items and update access credentials.
- Schedule a medical check-up if symptoms emerged.
- Review what would help in a future similar situation.
Medical Access
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | high |
| Emergency response quality | medium |
| English-speaking care | high |
| Evacuation complexity | medium |
Internationally accredited private hospitals widely used by travelers.
Emergency Numbers
| Police | 191 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 1669 |
| Fire | 199 |
| General emergency | 191 |
| Tourist police | 1155 |
Verify before relying on these numbers in an emergency. Source: baseline-demo.
SECTION XIX — Embassy / Consular Guidance
Before travel, check your country's official foreign ministry or embassy website for emergency assistance information.
Scam Patterns
- Closed-temple tuk-tuk scam. Driver claims temple is closed, takes you to a gem shop instead. Tip: Confirm hours yourself; insist on metered taxi or use Grab.
- Jet-ski damage scam. Operators claim damage and demand payment after rental. Tip: Photograph and video the jet-ski before and after rental.
SECTION XXI — Digital Security
- Use a VPN on public Wi-Fi.
- Enable 2FA on email, banking, and travel accounts.
- Back up document scans to a private cloud and a paper copy stored separately.
- Avoid unknown USB ports and charging stations.
- Keep automatic OS updates on; enable remote-wipe on your phone.
SECTION XXII — Money Safety
- Carry a backup payment card stored separately from your wallet.
- Use bank-lobby ATMs in daylight; cover the keypad.
- Keep a small amount of local cash for emergencies.
- Watch for skimmers and shoulder-surfers around ATMs and payment terminals.
- Use card-tap for transit and payments where possible to limit card-present exposure.
Personalized Safety Checklist
Verify Before Departure / Before Movement
- Foreign-ministry / national travel advisory
- Official travel-health authority (e.g. CDC, WHO, national equivalent)
- WHO/CDC-style health notices
- Local weather agency
- Emergency services in the area you are in
- Your embassy / consulate
- Official immigration / visa source
SECTION XXV — Trust and Transparency
| Data used | city-level + country fallback |
|---|---|
| Estimated data | Yes |
| Fallback logic | city -> country -> world |
| Confidence | high |
| AI used | Yes |
| Search used | Yes |
| Last AI refresh | 2026-05-14 18:01:59 |
| AI refresh status | fresh |
Disclaimer
Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official government advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.