 Phuket
Weather Forecasts
Phuket has a tropical monsoon climate. It's warm all
year 'round, but the two periods of April-May and
September-October are the hottest. The September-October
period is also the wettest. The best time to visit
Phuket is during the cool NE monsoon season, from
November through March , when it isn't so humid, and the
cool breezes keep things comfortable. The average
temperature is around 75F to 89F (24C to 32C).
Hottest time in phuket
The hottest time is from April through May , with
temperatures ranging from 80F to 95F (27C to 36C). There
are frequent short heavy thundery showers, offering
welcome relief from the temperature and humidity. The
Thai New Year occurs on April 13th and everyone
sprinkles (or throws) cool water on each other. No
wonder!
Locals enjoy June, July and August since the weather is
usually fine and our favourite haunts remain uncrowded.
The usual pattern is brief but heavy showers, with
plenty of sunshine between downpours. Everything is a
little less expensive at this time of year, as well.
Temperatures range between 70F and 90F (20C to 33C).
Chiang Mai |
North:
Hot Season - boasts high temperatures and lightweight cotton clothes are best.
Cool Season - a few warmer layers are required as temperatures drop at night.
Rainy Season - sees heavy rainfall throughout due to the effects of the southwest monsoon. |
Bangkok
Pattaya |
Central Thailand:
Hot Season -high temperatures/humidity.
Cool Season - remains quite hot but evenings tend to be cooler and a few warm layers are required.
Rainy season - most rain tends to fall between August and September - flooding can be common towards the end of this period. |
Phuket
Ko Samui
Hat Yai |
South:
Differences in temperature and rainfall occur during both seasons on the east and west coasts.
Rainy Season - torrential rain tends to fall in short bursts, usually lasting only a couple of hours each day. Most rain falls between June and November.
Hot and Dry Season - is relatively rain-free between January and April. |
Southern Thailand West Coast
Phuket | Average temperature | Average rainfall | Hot and Dry Season
November - May | 25 - 31oC | 125mm | Rainy Season
June - October | 26 - 30oC | 315mm |
 The climate of southern Thailand is influenced by monsoon winds and remains warm and humid throughout the year.
Light cotton clothes are recommended at any time of the year and an umbrella is a must during the wet months Rainy Season - can be a pleasant time of year to visit with occasional heavy rain and long sunny periods between showers.
However, September and October tend to exhibit higher rainfall and less in the way of sunny spells. Best time to visit: During the Hot and Dry Season - as cool sea breezes ease the high temperatures and humidity.
November to January experience relatively high rainfall for the season and April and May are the hottest months.
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North Thailand
The climate of Northern Thailand is slightly more pleasant than other parts of the country. Light cotton clothes are recommended all year round.
| Chiang Mai | Average temperature | Average rainfall | Hot Season
March - June | 21 - 34oC | 69mm | Rainy Season
July - September | 23 - 31oC | 218mm | Cool Season
October - February | 16 - 30oC | 30mm |
Hot Season - high temperatures are experienced throughout the day and only drop slightly at night. Rainy Season - heavy rainfall throughout, although temperatures remain quite high. An umbrella is always useful at this time as it is sometimes too warm to consider wearing waterproof clothing. Cool Season - warmer clothes are required during the cooler months when temperatures fall slightly through the day and even more so at night. Very little rain falls during this time. High humidity is prevalent throughout the year, except in the more mountainous regions. Best time to visit: During the Cool Season when both rainfall and temperatures are lower. Warmer clothes are essential for the evenings. |
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Central Thailand
Central Thailand covers a wide land area and the climate can vary across this expanse. Light, cotton clothing is recommended, especially as humidity levels remain quite high throughout the year.
Bangkok | Average temperature | Average rainfall | Hot Season
March - May | 25 - 34oC | 97mm | Rainy Season
June - October | 24 - 32oC | 101mm | Cool Season
November - February | 21 - 32oC | 25mm |
Hot Season - boasts the hottest weather; heat becomes quite oppressive and temperatures can soar above the average. Only a small amount of rain falls during March and April, whilst May begins to see an increase as a prelude to the rainy season. Rainy Season - the timing of this season can vary slightly each year depending on when the monsoon arrives. However, this is usually from June until October, bringing heavy rain and high temperatures. Cool Season - although daytime temperatures remain quite high during the winter months, warmer items of clothing are advisable for the cooler nights. Best time to visit: The Cool Season when temperatures are high and humidity is relatively low. |
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