Phuket Weather
Andaman coast · Live forecast, monthly climate & best time to visit
28°C
Overcast · Phuket, right now
Is it raining right now in Phuket?
No — Phuket is dry right now (overcast, 28°C).
Mon
32°27°
💧 62%
Tue
33°27°
💧 84%
Wed
31°25°
💧 95%
Thu
30°24°
💧 94%
Fri
29°24°
💧 82%
Sat
29°26°
💧 78%
Sun
31°26°
💧 75%
Best time to visit Phuket
Thailand doesn't have a single rainy season — it has two, running in opposite directions. The Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi) faces the Indian Ocean and takes the brunt of the southwest monsoon from roughly May to October. The Gulf of Thailand coast around Koh Samui faces the other way and instead gets its wettest weather from the northeast monsoon around October to December — often staying drier during the mainland's rainy season. Bangkok and the upper Gulf (Pattaya, Hua Hin) follow the same broad May–October pattern as the Andaman coast, while Chiang Mai and the north add a hot, hazy “burning season” from around February to April.
For Phuket specifically: Nov–Apr sees the fewest rain days of the year, while May–Oct is the wettest stretch. Rain rarely lasts all day — see the FAQs below for what to expect.
Phuket monthly climate
| Month | Avg. high | Rainy days | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 6 days | Dry season in full swing; calm seas make island-hopping easy. |
| February | 33°C | 4 days | One of the driest, sunniest months — excellent diving visibility. |
| March | 33°C | 6 days | Still dry, with heat building before the monsoon arrives. |
| April | 33°C | 10 days | Hot and increasingly humid as the southwest monsoon approaches. |
| May | 31°C | 19 days | Wet season begins; the Andaman Sea turns choppier and some boat trips pause. |
| June | 31°C | 18 days | Frequent showers, but mornings are often clear before afternoon storms. |
| July | 31°C | 17 days | Green, quiet and cheaper, though swimming can be rougher on west-facing beaches. |
| August | 31°C | 19 days | Consistent rain; red-flag warnings are common on exposed beaches. |
| September | 30°C | 21 days | The wettest month of the year on the Andaman coast. |
| October | 30°C | 20 days | Rain gradually eases but seas can still be rough early in the month. |
| November | 30°C | 13 days | Transition month — seas calm down fast and rainfall drops sharply. |
| December | 31°C | 9 days | High season returns with dry, breezy, near-perfect beach weather. |
Typical climate normals compiled from long-term regional patterns — a guide to what to expect, not a live forecast.
Packing & season tips
- Pack for Phuket: Swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen year-round, plus a light rain jacket or dry bag for the May–October wet season when Andaman seas get choppier.
- Sun protection: Thailand's tropical latitude means strong UV year-round, even on cloudy or rainy days.
- Book ahead in peak season: the driest months are also the busiest and most expensive for flights and hotels.
- Rainy season isn't a reason to skip a trip: expect lower prices, fewer crowds and lush scenery — just plan indoor backup options for late afternoons.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
Nov–Apr tends to be the best window — rainfall is well below the yearly average and days are more reliably sunny. Avoid May–Oct if you'd rather not plan around rain.
Does it rain all day during the rainy season in Phuket?
Usually not. Thailand's monsoon rain typically falls as short, heavy afternoon or evening downpours that clear within an hour or two, rather than all-day drizzle — mornings are often dry even in the wettest months.
Is Phuket hot all year round?
Yes — average daytime highs run from about 30°C in the coolest month to 33°C in the hottest, so it's warm to hot year-round by most visitors' standards. Humidity, not just temperature, is what changes most through the year.
What should I pack for Phuket?
Swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen year-round, plus a light rain jacket or dry bag for the May–October wet season when Andaman seas get choppier.
Is it safe to swim in Phuket during the rainy season?
Watch for red flags. During the May–October wet season, the Andaman Sea can produce strong rip currents on west-facing beaches like Patong and Kamala — swim only when flags are green or yellow, and ask locally if unsure.