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Phuket

Visit in February — score 70/100 · avg high 89°F · 11 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#3
86°/76°F
15 rain days
11.6h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

February

#1
89°/77°F
11 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

March

#2
90°/78°F
13 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

89°/78°F
21 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

May

87°/78°F
27 rain days
12.4h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

June

86°/78°F
24 rain days
12.5h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

July

85°/78°F
24 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

85°/77°F
25 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

84°/77°F
26 rain days
12.0h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

October

84°/76°F
28 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

November

84°/76°F
27 rain days
11.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

84°/76°F
19 rain days
11.5h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January5980°86°76°157611.6hVery HighAbove avg
February7082°89°77°113611.8hHighAbove avg
March6583°90°78°136011.9hHighAverage
April5183°89°78°2111612.2hModerateBelow avg
May5382°87°78°2722312.4hLowBelow avg
June5482°86°78°2419512.5hLowBelow avg
July5181°85°78°2417212.4hModerateBelow avg
August5281°85°77°2520112.3hModerateBelow avg
September5480°84°77°2624112.0hLowBelow avg
October5180°84°76°2828111.8hModerateBelow avg
November4679°84°76°2724611.6hHighAverage
December4580°84°76°1913511.5hVery HighPeak pricing

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
56/100
High
89°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Phuket (March, April, May) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 78°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 56/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 65/100.

Summer

Score
52/100
High
85°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
24/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Phuket (June, July, August) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 78°F, with about 24 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 54/100.

Fall

Score
50/100
High
84°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Phuket (September, October, November) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 76°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 50/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 54/100.

Winter

Score
58/100
High
86°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
very high

Winter in Phuket (December, January, February) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 76°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and peak pricing accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 58/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Phuket?
The best month to visit Phuket is February, with an overall travel score of 70/100. Expect average highs of 89°F, about 11 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Phuket expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Phuket are relatively moderate, averaging 67% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Phuket in December?
December in Phuket has average highs of 84°F and lows of 76°F, with approximately 19 rainy days and 11.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 45/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Phuket?
The most affordable time to visit Phuket is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is December (score: 45/100).

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