23Β° to 33Β°
Dry & Sunny
The driest, most comfortable stretch of the year, with calm seas and the lowest humidity.
βοΈ Sunscreenπ€Ώ Good visibility diving
23Β° to 34Β°
Peak Dry Season
Still dry and sunny, with excellent visibility for diving and boat trips out to Phang Nga Bay.
βοΈ SunscreenποΈ Island-hopping weather
23Β° to 34Β°
Hot & Dry
Dry season holds, though the heat is climbing fast as the season nears its end.
π₯΅ Stay hydratedβοΈ Sunscreen
24Β° to 34Β°
Peak Heat
The hottest month of the year, with the first pre-monsoon showers becoming more frequent.
π₯΅ Heat protectionβ Light rain jacket
24Β° to 33Β°
Monsoon's First Peak
The rainy season opens with its first heavy burst of rain, and the sea turns rougher along exposed coasts.
β Umbrella essentialπͺΌ Check jellyfish warnings
24Β° to 32Β°
Deep Monsoon
Rain is frequent and the west coast starts picking up the swell that draws surfers to Kata and Karon.
β Umbrella handyπ Surf season begins
24Β° to 32Β°
Surf Season
Rain remains steady, but the bigger story on the west coast is the swell, prime surfing season is in full swing.
π Good waves west coastβ Umbrella handy
24Β° to 32Β°
Surf Season Continues
Similar to July, with steady rain and some of the best waves of the year on west-facing beaches.
π Good waves west coastβ Umbrella handy
24Β° to 32Β°
Peak Wet Season
The rainiest stretch of the year, with rain most days and the highest humidity too.
β Heavy rain gearπͺΌ Check jellyfish warnings
23Β° to 32Β°
Rains Persist
Nearly as wet as September, though temperatures start easing from their summer highs.
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Phuket Vegetarian Festival, early to mid October
A nine-day Taoist festival, dated by the lunar calendar so it can fall in late September some years, filling Phuket Town with white-clad processions, firecrackers, and citywide vegetarian menus. Streets around Old Town see heavy foot traffic and some closures during the main parade days.
β Heavy rain gearπ¦ Insect repellent
23Β° to 32Β°
Monsoon Retreats
Rain drops off fast as the monsoon withdraws, one of the more pleasant months despite technically still being inside the rainy season.
β Light rain jacketπ¦ Insect repellent
23Β° to 32Β°
Dry Season Returns
Mostly dry and sunny again, though an occasional intense shower can still pass through.
βοΈ Sunscreenβ¨ Best sightseeing weather
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Frequently asked questions
When is monsoon season in Phuket?›
Phuket's monsoon season runs roughly from May through October, with September historically the wettest, averaging around 325mm of rain across 19 days.
What is the best time of year to visit Phuket?›
January and February are historically Phuket's best months by a wide margin: dry, sunny days and the lowest humidity of the year, ideal for the west-coast beaches and boat trips to Phang Nga Bay.
What is the least favorable time to visit Phuket?›
September, the wettest month of the year, historically brings rain most days and the highest humidity, with rougher seas along the coast.
Which month has the most rain in Phuket?›
September is historically the wettest month, averaging around 325mm of rain across 19 days.
Which month is the driest in Phuket?›
January is historically the driest month, averaging around 36mm of rain.
How hot does Phuket get?›
April is historically the hottest month of the year.
What should I pack for Phuket during the rainy season?›
An umbrella and rain gear are worth having from around May through October, when the monsoon brings the bulk of the year's rain.
Is Phuket good for surfing?›
Yes. Kata, Karon, and Surin see their biggest swell during the monsoon, roughly June through September, drawing surfers even as most other visitors wait for the dry season.
Are jellyfish a concern in Phuket?›
Portuguese man o' war and other stinging jellyfish are spotted more often on west-coast beaches from May to October. It's worth heeding posted warning flags and asking lifeguards before swimming.
Is there a festival in Phuket worth planning a trip around?›
The Phuket Vegetarian Festival, a nine-day Taoist festival typically in early to mid-October, fills Phuket Town with white-clad processions, firecrackers, and citywide vegetarian menus.