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Thailand Bangkok West Mission
!Updated Oct 2026
About this mission
The Thailand Bangkok West Mission is based in Bangkok, Thailand; other cities in its approximate area include Lampang, Chiang Mai and Nong Prue. Well-known places in the area include Doi Inthanon. Missionaries usually teach in Thai. In Bangkok, April is usually the warmest month (highs near 98°F) and January the coolest (lows near 71°F).
The Thailand Bangkok West Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Thailand, centered on Bangkok. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersJeffrey G. and Christine Rich began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Thai; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Bangkok Thailand Temple, about 4 mi (7 km) from Bangkok.
- WeatherNear Bangkok, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 98°F / 36°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 71°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,574 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are September and October.
- The Church hereThailand has about 24,825 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Thailand Bangkok West Mission address
Address & phone
- Office address
- Your call packet has the current office address.
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders · 2026
Who leads the mission
Jeffrey G. and Christine Rich
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 as of October 8, 2026 · Report an update
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the letter options in the call packet (the pouch only if your packet lists one); declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day, usually once a week: their day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
General guidance as of October 8, 2026 · Report an update
Weather & what to pack
Seasons, rain & packing tips
Profile: tropical, hot-summer · about 1574 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Sep, Oct.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 89°F / 32°C | 71°F / 21°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | 92°F / 33°C | 72°F / 22°C | 31 mm |
| Mar | 96°F / 35°C | 77°F / 25°C | 43 mm |
| Apr | 98°F / 36°C | 79°F / 26°C | 85 mm |
| May | 95°F / 35°C | 80°F / 26°C | 186 mm |
| Jun | 94°F / 34°C | 79°F / 26°C | 140 mm |
| Jul | 92°F / 33°C | 78°F / 26°C | 163 mm |
| Aug | 92°F / 33°C | 78°F / 25°C | 189 mm |
| Sep | 90°F / 32°C | 77°F / 25°C | 286 mm |
| Oct | 88°F / 31°C | 76°F / 24°C | 254 mm |
| Nov | 89°F / 32°C | 74°F / 24°C | 78 mm |
| Dec | 88°F / 31°C | 71°F / 22°C | 17 mm |
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothing for the hot months.
- A sturdy umbrella or rain jacket, and shoes that dry quickly.
- A waterproof shoulder bag in a plain color. Backpacks aren’t allowed.
- Towels: the MTC doesn’t provide them.
- Prescriptions for 3 months, in the original bottles. Family can’t mail medicine.
- Your call packet’s clothing list is always the final word.
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Thai
Thai has five tones and its own script. End sentences with "khrap" (men) or "kha" (women) to be polite. Never touch someone's head or point feet at people or sacred images.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Bangkok Thailand Temple — Operating (22 October 2023) · about 4 mi (7 km) from Bangkok
- Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple — Operating (30 August 2026) · about 334 mi (538 km) from Bangkok
The Church in Thailand
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 24,825
- Congregations
- 44 (21 Wards, 23 Branches)
- Operating Temples
- 1
- Missions
- 2
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Currency
- THB
- Country code
- +66
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Never touch someone's head; don't point your feet.
- Show deep respect for the monarchy and Buddhist monks.
Foods: Pad Thai, Green curry, Sticky rice with mango, Som tam
Mission moms & families
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Common questions
Quick answers
Who are the mission leaders of the Thailand Bangkok West Mission?
The mission leaders are Jeffrey G. and Christine Rich, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
What is the Thailand Bangkok West Mission address?
Your call packet has the current office address. We don’t show one here because we couldn’t confirm it.
Where is the Thailand Bangkok West Mission? Is there a map?
The Thailand Bangkok West Mission is centered on Bangkok, Thailand. The map at the top of this page shows an approximate area, not official mission boundaries; your mission office can tell you exactly where you’ll serve.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Thailand Bangkok West Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the letter options in the call packet (the pouch only if your packet lists one); declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Thailand Bangkok West Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Thai. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Thailand Bangkok West Mission, and what should I pack?
Near Bangkok, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 98°F / 36°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 71°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,574 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are September and October. Light, breathable clothing for the hot months. A sturdy umbrella or rain jacket, and shoes that dry quickly. A waterproof shoulder bag in a plain color. Backpacks aren’t allowed. Towels: the MTC doesn’t provide them. Prescriptions for 3 months, in the original bottles. Family can’t mail medicine. Your call packet’s clothing list is always the final word.
What temples are near the Thailand Bangkok West Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Bangkok Thailand Temple (about 7 km) and Phnom Penh Cambodia Temple (about 538 km).
Other missions in Thailand
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources