"proof of onward travel within the number of days you're stamped in"
Is this correct ?
With a Tourist Visa, You get 60 days, but You can apply an extension of 30 days, so You need a flight ticket onward within 90 days.
TLDR : Answer Summary
Yes, when you enter Thailand on a Tourist Visa, the immigration authorities typically expect you to have proof of onward travel (such as a flight ticket) within the duration of your stay. With a standard Tourist Visa, you are allowed 60 days, which can be extended for an additional 30 days, resulting in a total of 90 days. Therefore, you should have an onward flight booked within that 90-day period.