Climate in Phuket — Annual Weather Overview
Phuket has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is March (average high 32.1°C) and the coolest is November (28.7°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 3.4°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 2101mm. October is the wettest month at 319.8mm, while January averages just 34.9mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.4 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 31.3°C, 401mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 29.6°C, 585mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 28.8°C, 889mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 30.0°C, 225mm rain.
Phuket — Monthly Temperatures
Phuket — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Phuket stays reasonable all year.
Phuket weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.1°C | 24.3°C | 34.9mm | 10.7h | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 31.1°C | 24.6°C | 50.6mm | 10.7h | 9 | 10/10 |
| March | 32.1°C | 25.1°C | 71.1mm | 10.9h | 11 | 10/10 |
| April | 31.4°C | 25.4°C | 120.0mm | 10.5h | 19 | 9/10 |
| May | 30.3°C | 25.6°C | 210.1mm | 9.2h | 25 | 8/10 |
| June | 29.7°C | 25.1°C | 184.5mm | 9.5h | 24 | 9/10 |
| July | 29.5°C | 25.1°C | 207.6mm | 8.8h | 23 | 8/10 |
| August | 29.5°C | 25.0°C | 193.2mm | 9.3h | 23 | 9/10 |
| September | 29.0°C | 24.6°C | 254.3mm | 8.2h | 24 | 8/10 |
| October | 28.8°C | 24.2°C | 319.8mm | 7.9h | 29 | 8/10 |
| November | 28.7°C | 24.2°C | 315.1mm | 8.0h | 27 | 8/10 |
| December | 28.9°C | 24.2°C | 139.6mm | 9.5h | 17 | 9/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Phuket and the Phuket rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Phuket have?
Phuket has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 28.7°C in November to 32.1°C in March.
What is the hottest month in Phuket?
March is the hottest month in Phuket, with average highs of 32.1°C and lows of 25.1°C.
What is the coldest month in Phuket?
November is the coolest month, with average highs of 28.7°C and lows of 24.2°C.
What is the wettest month in Phuket?
October is the wettest month, averaging 319.8mm of rainfall over around 29 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Phuket?
Rainy season in Phuket runs April to December, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Phuket get per year?
Phuket receives around 2101mm of rain per year. The driest month is January (34.9mm).
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
The best time to visit Phuket is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.