In which month is Songkran celebrated?

Songkran is celebrated in April.

Thailand’s traditional New Year festival is centered on the Sun’s movement into Aries in the sidereal zodiac. The principal observance traditionally runs from April 13 to April 15, although public holidays, local events, and travel periods can extend beyond those dates.

April is one of Thailand’s hottest months, which helps explain why water became such a prominent part of the celebration. Historically, water was used in restrained rituals: people poured scented water over Buddha images, elders’ hands, and one another as a sign of respect and purification. Contemporary street celebrations transformed this custom into exuberant water play.

Songkran should not be confused with Loy Krathong, generally held later in the year, or Chinese New Year, whose date changes according to the Chinese lunisolar calendar. The festival’s timing is traditionally solar, even though Thai calendar customs also contain lunar elements.