ThailandThe climate of Phuket
The current climate in Phuket features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 32°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 34°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 24°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Phuket, Thailand.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Phuket in recent years was 39°C in March 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 25°C in October 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Phuket receives 2430 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The typhoon season in Phuket runs from June to November.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Thailand? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, or explore other destinations in Thailand.
Best time to visit Phuket?
The best time to visit Phuket for sunny weather is January through April and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Phuket. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Phuket
The climate table of Phuket shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 33 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 68 | 24 | 38 | 113 | 260 | 288 | 232 | 342 | 363 | 389 | 217 | 96 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Phuket, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Phuket
Yearly Temperature in Phuket
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Phuket, 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.
Average Precipitation per Month in Phuket
Total Yearly Precipitation in Phuket
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Phuket, Thailand. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Phuket
Weather experiences in Phuket
The weather in Phuket is rated an average of 3,5 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Phuket? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Rik Loomans
Despite occasional showers, the weather was pleasant and I was able to enjoy most of my vacation.
MarcellaIt is the rainy season, so expect heavy rainfall. But the temperature remains pleasantly warm. Beautiful evenings provide wonderful sunsets.
WijnandAlthough it was quite warm, there were more showers than expected. But when it was sunny, it was just great.
Isaak MinRegular tropical showers are refreshing rather than annoying.
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Average weather in Phuket by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Phuket. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.