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Phuket weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Phuket
Nov–Apr is dry with calm seas; Dec–Feb is busiest and priciest. May–Oct monsoon brings rain, rough seas, red-flag beaches and cheaper rooms.
Phuket weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°80 mm
- Feb29°27 mm
- Mar30°112 mm
- Apr30°145 mm
- May29°265 mm
- Jun29°281 mm
- Jul28°264 mm
- Aug28°310 mm
- Sep28°352 mm
- Oct28°336 mm
- Nov28°219 mm
- Dec28°137 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 80 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 27 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C85°F | 27°C80°F | 112 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C85°F | 28°C82°F | 145 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 265 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C83°F | 28°C82°F | 281 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 28°C83°F | 27°C81°F | 264 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C83°F | 27°C81°F | 310 mm | 83% | Very wet |
| September | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 352 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| October | 28°C82°F | 26°C80°F | 336 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| November | 28°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 219 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| December | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 137 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
Best months across Thailand
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Phuket | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Chiang Mai | Nov–Jan | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Samui | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Krabi | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Phi Phi | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Phangan | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (27°C) |
| Pai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Pattaya | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Koh Tao | Feb–Aug | May (29°C) |
| Patong | Nov–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Hua Hin | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Chiang Rai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Ayutthaya | Nov–Feb | Mar (37°C) |
| Koh Lanta | Nov–Apr | Apr (29°C) |
| Railay | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Kanchanaburi | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Chang | Nov–Feb | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Lak | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Samet | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Lipe | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Yai | Nov–Feb | Apr (34°C) |
| Khao Sok | Dec–Apr | Apr (32°C) |
| Sukhothai | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hat Yai | Jan–Apr | Apr (31°C) |
| Kata Beach | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Jomtien | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Rawai | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Udon Thani | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Kood | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Phuket?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Apr is dry with calm seas; Dec–Feb is busiest and priciest. May–Oct monsoon brings rain, rough seas, red-flag beaches and cheaper rooms.
When is the rainy season in Phuket?
Rain peaks in September with about 352 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Nov.
What is the hottest month in Phuket?
March, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Phuket get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 26°C (78°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Phuket Smart Bus
- Phuket International Airport (Airports of Thailand)
- Bolt Phuket
- Bangkok Hospital Phuket
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.