ThailandThe weather in October in Ko Samui
It's hot in October in Ko Samui with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Ko Samui. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Ko Samui, Thailand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2017, Ko Samui reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Ko Samui is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 253 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Ko Samui
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ko Samui. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Ko Samui | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 253 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 25 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Ko Samui with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Ko Samui is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The typhoon season in Ko Samui runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Ko Samui, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Ko Samui
Temperature in October in Ko Samui over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Ko Samui, Thailand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Ko Samui
Total precipitation in October in Ko Samui over the years
Daily UV index in October in Ko Samui
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Ko Samui, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Ko Samui by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ko Samui. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.