Langkawi vs Phuket

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Phuket edges ahead as the better destination in March. Phuket offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Langkawi sees 11 sunshine hours and 16 rain days.

Langkawi can feel quite hot at 32°C, so plan for heat. Phuket runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Phuket is the stronger choice in March.

Langkawi reaches an average high of 32°C (90°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Phuket averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 26°C (79°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Langkawi receives approximately 112 mm of rainfall across 16 rain days during March. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Phuket sees 79 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Phuket the drier option by 5 rain days and 33 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.