Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Phuket is a tropical destination with a hot and humid climate year-round. The average temperature ranges between 25°C to 32°C. The high season in Phuket is from November to April when the weather is dry and sunny. This is the ideal time to visit for beach activities, outdoor adventures, and sightseeing.
The low season, from May to October, brings frequent rainfall and occasional thunderstorms, but it’s still a great time to visit for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the lush greenery of the island. However, it’s important to note that Phuket is prone to occasional monsoons during this period, so visitors should check the weather forecast before planning their trip.
Phuket Weather Information [toc] Phuket experiences a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by two distinct seasons. The dry season, from November to April, brings sunny skies, lower humidity, and cooler temperatures, making it the peak tourist season. December to March is particularly popular, with pleasant temperatures averaging around 25-30 degrees Celsius. The wet season, from May to October, sees higher humidity and frequent rain showers, often accompanied by brief but intense
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Useful Information to plan your trip to Phuket [toc] Our practical travel guide to Phuket provides essential information before you embark on your journey to this captivating island destination. Discover the ideal time to visit, as we provide detailed insights into Phuket weather, allowing you to plan your trip accordingly. Learn about the various transportation options available, from taxis and tuk-tuks to public buses and motorbike rentals, ensuring you can
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Our Phuket Webcam lets you see what the weather in Phuket looks like right now from a unique bird's view of Patong beach from a live cam located at the top of the Patong Tower. We hope this is useful in planning your holiday. The Phuket webcam is courtesy of the Patong Tower Apartment. [the_ad id="30528"] Patong Beach Weather Webcam - Live streaming NOW! The Patong Webcam is located at
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Phuket Weather Forecast [toc] See what the weather in Phuket looks like for the next 36 hours, but remember that weather forecasts often appear quite dramatic. As you probably already know, there are two seasons in Phuket: the high season is from December to April and the rainy season is from May to November. Each year is different, and the weather in Phuket is known to be very unpredictable. Some
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Phuket Weather [toc] Phuket Weather can and will impact your holiday, so deciding the best month to visit Phuket is key and also depends on what you like to do during your holiday. For some, suntanning and photos with blue sky over a blue sea of Phuket are the main motivation; for others, a peaceful island and a lower cost are more important. In any case, Thailand has a warm
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How is the weather in Phuket in April? [toc] The weather in Phuket In April remains beautiful and clear. The sea continues to be calm, and the weather is as warm as a bath. In April, the temperatures start to seriously raise and can reach some of the highest peaks of the year. If you travelled on a short budget and picked one of the few hostels without air con
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How is the weather in Phuket in August? [toc] Phuket weather in August may see a little more rain than in July since it is the peak of the rainy season. Once again, the rainy season doesn’t mean it will rain every day or all day, visitors will be able to enjoy some sunny days, and the temperature is not more comfortable than in the scorching previous months. The sea
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How is the weather in Phuket in July? [toc] Phuket weather in July sees more rain than in June. The monsoon, or low season, has definitely started, and you can expect the sea to be rough and the sky to be cloudy. But like in every month of the low season in Thailand, you might get quite a few sunny days. However, one pattern happens every year: the bad luck
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How is the weather in Phuket in June? [toc] Phuket weather in June sees the return of the rains as it is the start of the monsoon, locally called 'the low season.' In recent years, the rainy season tends to arrive late, so you might be lucky in June. Note also that the low season doesn't mean rain every day, there are usually plenty of sunny days, and the rain
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What to do on a rainy day in Phuket? [toc] There are many ways to take advantage of a rainy day in Phuket. These days you start considering activities you would not even think of on a sunny day. You will be surprised how many things we could enjoy around the island. Of course, we know that most of you came to enjoy the beach and the sun. But this
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When is the rainy season in Phuket? [toc] There are only two seasons in Thailand: the dry and the rainy seasons, but the temperature is warm all year round, night or day. The rainy season in Phuket starts in May and June and ends between October and November. The rainy season in Phuket is the topic of endless discussions and a very stressful decision factor, so let's look at what
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How is the Weather in Phuket in October? [toc] In October, the weather in Phuket is not much different from the weather in September, with a mix of sunny and rainy days. It might not be the best month to visit Phuket if you have a choice. However, to be on the positive side, and if you have no choice, this time of the year is cheaper and has a
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How is the weather in Phuket in September? [toc] September is usually the wettest month of the year in Phuket. You can expect more rainy days than sunny ones, but you still can expect a mix of sun and rain. If you dream of blue skies over a quiet blue sea and have the choice of your travel dates, September may not be the best month to visit Phuket. As
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How is the weather in Phuket in March? [toc] In March, the weather in Phuket gets hotter, and the sea and ski remain spotlessly blue. Here too, expect the prices to stay high and roads and beaches to be busy. Some rain may appear in short welcomed showers, mostly at night. Everything around the island is open and buzzing, and the islands around see a ballet of speedboats and longtail
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Is February a good time to visit Phuket? February is still the high season in Phuket, and the conditions are perfect. The sky is blue, the sea is calm and clear, and the temperature is still comfortable. On the other hand, the most popular beaches can get very busy (Patong, Kata, Nai Harn), so going north to discover the quietest beaches of Phuket is a good idea. As usual, each
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How is the weather in Phuket in January? [toc] Phuket weather in January is usually as perfect as it gets. The sky is spotless, the sea is crystal clear and quiet, and the temperature is perfect, cooler than in other months. This is how everyone imagines what a tropical island should look like. Of course, the best month of the year means that prices will be high, mostly for hotels,
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Is December a good time to visit Phuket? [toc] December in Phuket is the first month of the much-awaited high season, and the weather is usually perfect unless it’s an unlucky year (it tends to happen in recent years). Typically, the weather in Phuket is beautiful, with a magnificent blue sky peppered with tiny white clouds and a cool temperature. 24 C is considered ‘cold’ by locals or those, like
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How is the weather in Phuket in November? [toc] In November, the weather in Phuket starts showing some improvement as it is the last month of the rainy season. On an average year, you can expect a mix of sun and short rains, but the risk of entire days of heavy rain reduces; sunny days are frequent. All tours and day trips operate normally, prices are cheaper, and road traffic
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How is the weather in Phuket in May? [toc] May is the last month of the high season, and the weather in Phuket sees a shift from April as the monsoon is approaching. Temperatures and humidity remain very high, so it can be uncomfortable if you are not used to it. Fortunately, May sees the first tropical rains arriving (if the climate is not too messed up), and those sudden
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Which is the best month to visit Phuket? [toc] What will Phuket weather be on the month I arrive? What is the best month to visit Phuket? These are questions we get very often and some tough ones to answer for several reasons. First, even though there are some expected high and low seasons, there are no guaranteed patterns. Each year, the weather in Phuket is unpredictable, and each month
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