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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Phuket has a tropical monsoon climate, classified as Am in the Köppen system. The warmest month is March with an average high of 30°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 25°C. The annual temperature range of 5°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is February with only 4 rain days and 22mm of precipitation. For travellers, February through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Phuket are February, January, August. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
30°C
March
Coldest Month
25°C
January
Driest Month
4 days
February
Annual Range
5°C
25° to 30°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 25°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| February | 29°C | 26°C | 4 | 11h | View |
| March | 30°C | 26°C | 11 | 11h | View |
| April | 30°C | 27°C | 18 | 11h | View |
| May | 29°C | 27°C | 25 | 10h | View |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 23 | 10h | View |
| July | 29°C | 26°C | 24 | 9h | View |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 24 | 9h | View |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 25 | 9h | View |
| October | 28°C | 25°C | 27 | 8h | View |
| November | 28°C | 25°C | 21 | 9h | View |
| December | 28°C | 25°C | 12 | 10h | View |
January
7 rain days, 11h sun
February
4 rain days, 11h sun
March
11 rain days, 11h sun
April
18 rain days, 11h sun
May
25 rain days, 10h sun
June
23 rain days, 10h sun
July
24 rain days, 9h sun
August
24 rain days, 9h sun
September
25 rain days, 9h sun
October
27 rain days, 8h sun
November
21 rain days, 9h sun
December
12 rain days, 10h sun
Phuket in March
Data Sources for Phuket
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.