Phuket in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Phuket (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 30.0°C and lows of 24.4°C, with around 225.1mm of rain across the season (34 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Phuket covers December, January, February.
Winter in Phuket month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28.9°C | 24.2°C | 139.6mm | 17 | 9/10 |
| January | 30.1°C | 24.3°C | 34.9mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 31.1°C | 24.6°C | 50.6mm | 9 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Phuket in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Phuket?
Winter in Phuket rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.0°C with 225.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Phuket in winter?
Daytime highs average 30.0°C (86.0°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 24.4°C.
What months are winter in Phuket?
Phuket is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Phuket · Phuket annual climate · Phuket in spring · Phuket in summer · Phuket in autumn
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Winter in Phuket — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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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.