Phuket weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Phuket, Thailand. Like most weather services, we show Phuket at one spot: Phuket, its largest city. At 3:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 26°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.0 mm total). Best months for weather: Jan–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 90%
- Chance of rain
- 63%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.0 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–MarOff season May–Nov
About Phuket weather
Is it raining in Phuket right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.0 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Phuket this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Phuket lately?
In the past 7 days, Phuket had 6 rainy days and 307.6 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Phuket?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Phuket weather by month
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Phuket is Jan–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in October to 30°C (86°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Phuket?
September is the wettest month, with about 352 mm (13.9 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 27 mm (1.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Phuket?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F). October is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F).
Does Phuket have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Phuket?
The sea is warmest in May at about 32°C (89°F) and coolest in December at about 29°C (85°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Phuket weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Phuket), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Phuket
Weather can differ a lot within Phuket: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Ko Sire | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Talat Yai | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Wichit | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Kathu | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Ratsada | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Talat Nua | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Kamala | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |
| Ban Chalong | Jan–Mar | May–Nov | 28–30°C | 2,528 mm |