Phuket weather and climate
Phuket weather and climate
Day
33 °C
Night
24 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
43 mm
in month
Rainy days
4 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
Day
33 °C
Night
24 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
43 mm
in month
Rainy days
4 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
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Weather overview for Phuket
Weather overview
Phuket (Thailand) is a place with a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 30.5 °C (86.9 °F) in September to 33.1 °C (91.6 °F) in March. Temperatures during the night go from 23.3 °C (73.9 °F) in January to 24.8 °C (76.6 °F) in June. The least rainy month in Phuket is February with its 4 days of rain, the rainiest month is October, when it rains 23 days. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 28.3 °C (82.9 °F) in January to 29.9 °C (85.9 °F) in May.
January weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value being 31.7 °C (89.1 °F) in Phuket, while the minimum of the sea temperature is observable in January. The tourist season is taking place. The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value of 44 mm (1.73 in), and the number of rainy days continues to descent as well. The night temperature reaches its minimum in this month.
February weather
The tourist season continues in Phuket, and the dry season is taking place too in February. The number of rainy days is on its minimum, its value is 4 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed too, with its value being 43 mm (1.69 in). The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 32.6 °C (90.7 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 9 hours.
March weather
The day temperature reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 33.1 °C (91.6 °F) in Phuket. The number of rainy days starts to rise, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too, the value of this measure is 77 mm (3.02 in). The tourist season continues, and there is pending dry season too. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in March.
April weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 29.8 °C (85.7 °F) in Phuket, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed as well in April. The number of rainy days continues to rise, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, with its value being 141 mm (5.54 in). The tourist season is close to its peak. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 8 hours.
May weather
The wet season is at its beginning this month in Phuket. The maximum of the sea temperature is observable, its value is 29.9 °C (85.9 °F), while the beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed. The number of rainy days continues to rise, its value is 20 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value of 241 mm (9.49 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 6 hours.
June weather
The number of rainy days starts to descent in this month in Phuket. The night temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 24.8 °C (76.6 °F). There is pending wet season. The maximum of the day length is observable in June. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 5 hours.
July weather
The ongoing wet season is noticeable in July in Phuket. The rainfall amount starts to rise, with its value of 260 mm (10.22 in). The day temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 31.0 °C (87.8 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, its value is 6 hours.
August weather
The ongoing wet season is noticeable in Phuket. The value of the sea temperature is 29.3 °C (84.8 °F).
September weather
The wet season is close to its peak in Phuket. The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable in September. The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 30.5 °C (86.9 °F), while the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed in September. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in this month. The wind speed reaches its minimum in September.
October weather
The wet season is taking place in Phuket. The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 23 days, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 337 mm (13.25 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value of 6 hours. The humidity is on its maximum in October.
November weather
The rainfall amount continues to descent in Phuket, while the number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value being 17 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
December weather
The tourist season slowly starts in Phuket. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 71 mm (2.80 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, the value of this measure is 2.5. The minimum of the day length is observable, with its value being 12 hours.
FAQs
Is it hot in January in Phuket?
In January in Phuket, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the sea temperature in Phuket in February?
In February in Phuket expect the sea to be warm at 28.7 °C (83.6 °F). This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.
Is there a wet season in Phuket in March?
No, there is no wet season in March in Phuket - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
What temperature can I expect during the day in April in Phuket?
The average daily temperature in April in Phuket is 33.1 °C (91.6 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
What is the humidity in June in Phuket?
Humidity in June in Phuket is 79 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How many hours of sun to expect in July in Phuket?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in Phuket in July.
What is the night temperature in Phuket in August?
The average night temperature in Phuket in August is 24.6 °C (76.3 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How windy is it in Phuket in October?
In Phuket in October, there will be an average wind scale of 1.5. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
What is the average number of rainy days in Phuket in November?
There are 17 days, which are rainy in Phuket in November, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 4.0 days of the week, or in general - 57 % days.
Are there good conditions to visit in Phuket in December?
In December in Phuket, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 30.8 °C (87.4 °F). The seawater temperature reaches ideal 28.4 °C (83.2 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 23.5 °C (74.3 °F). You can expect just 10 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary.