ThailandAverage weather for Phuket in January
It's hot in January in Phuket with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Phuket with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Phuket is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Phuket is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Phuket in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
68 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Phuket?
January is a good month to be in Phuket for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2020, Phuket reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Phuket
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Phuket, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in January in Phuket
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Daily Precipitation in January in Phuket
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Phuket, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Phuket.
Daily UV index in January in Phuket
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Phuket, 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.
Temperature in January in Phuket over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Phuket, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Phuket over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Phuket, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Phuket
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Phuket. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Phuket
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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.
