When does the rainy season start in Phuket? Should I buy a ticket or fly on vacation on my own at this time? Consider all the nuances of climatic conditions from the personal experience of visiting the country and find out when it is better to go to Phuket for a vacation alone or with children.
The island is a popular beach destination during the winter months. Here you can visit interesting excursions, go diving, extreme sports, stroll through shops and shopping centers, taste exotic dishes of national cuisine.
Phuket climate and weather
Should you rest in Phuket during the rainy season and what kind of weather is it characterized by? The island is located on the coast of the Andaman Sea. The climate is greatly influenced by the monsoons that blow from the Indian Ocean. That is why two distinct periods are distinguished here - dry and wet.
It is always warm on the island, during the year the thermometer fluctuates slightly. In winter, the temperature is kept at around 27-28 degrees. In summer, it rises to 34-35 degrees.
About the weather conditions, the temperature of water and air by seasons, you can find out what the weather is in Phuket now, in the material - the best time to relax in Thailand.
When does the rainy season start?
The rainy season in Phuket is characterized by high rainfall. The peculiarity of the showers on the island is that they are very strong, short-lived (30-40 minutes) and frequent - sometimes every 15-20 minutes.
This period is characterized by high humidity, which sometimes reaches 85-90%. In addition, monsoons bring with them strong winds that generate high waves in the sea, muddy bottom and underwater currents.
Judging by the reviews and the number of ticket sales, the rainy season does not scare off tourists at all and gives an opportunity to enjoy nature, to be in silence from the hustle and bustle of tourist life.
When is the best time to relax in Phuket?
The choice of time to stay at the resort primarily depends on what you want to do.
Beach holiday season in Phuket – with December to March... At this time, there is little rainfall and a lot of sun. The sea is blue and calm, the sky is clear. But at this time there are many tourists in the resort.
If you want a relaxing beach holiday, then it is better to go to November, April and Maywhen the weather is good and there are few tourists in the resort.
- The best time to go diving is from November to April, as the sea is calm and the visibility under water is excellent. All about diving.
- The best time for shopping is all year round. There are many shops and shopping centers on the island that offer promotions. During the low tourist period - from July to September, all sellers offer low prices and great discounts.
- The best time for a budget holiday is from June to October. During the low season, the cost of tours, hotels, hotels, air tickets drops by 50%. This also applies to excursions, entertainment, food in restaurants. You can buy a ticket to Phuket from Moscow and other cities of Russia in advance, it will be even cheaper.
When buying tours to Phuket, the rainy season is characterized by the lowest prices.
High and low seasons
High season at the resort - from December to March. In November, the rains end and tourists begin to come to the island. But in large numbers, the influx of guests is observed precisely in December.
This time is characterized by excellent weather, warm, calm sea, clear sunny skies, but also high prices for hotels and flights. Especially tariffs rise before the New Year and in the first weeks of January.
If you plan to travel to Phuket during the high season, then you should buy tours, book hotels and air tickets using the early booking promotion.
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Transition period - from April to May and from August to November. In May, the amount of precipitation gradually increases and the number of tourists decreases. The same is true for November.
The transitional period is characterized by favorable weather for recreation and a small number of tourists at the resort. In this regard, prices for tours, hotels, tickets are starting to decline.
When is the best time to go to Phuket? It is during the transitional season. The weather is still good, the showers are not frequent, the humidity is low, the sea is calm. But the rates for vacations are very favorable.
Low season - from July to October. This is the time of showers, heat and high humidity on the island. The sea at this time is restless, strong winds are blowing. There are few tourists in the resort, but hotel owners attract guests with low cost. The same can be said about the prices of tickets, excursions, restaurants.
Holiday seasons in Phuket by months
January
The best month for a vacation on the island. Precipitation falls in very small amounts once every five days. Most of the days are sunny, the sky is clear. The sea is calm, blue, warm, without waves. Humidity is low. This is the perfect time for swimming.
If you plan to go to the island in January, you should take light summer clothes with you that can be worn both day and evening: skirts, shorts, light trousers, dresses, T-shirts, tops, T-shirts.
February
The driest and sunniest month of the year. Remember to use sunscreen all the time.
March
In March, the dry season ends and the heat begins. The air temperature begins to gradually increase and reaches 34-35 degrees. Intermittent rain is more frequent.
April
At this time, it gets even hotter, showers are much more frequent, and humidity increases.
If you are going to the city, be sure to take an umbrella with you. The rains are short and infrequent. The air temperature is 34 degrees.
May
The temperature is about the same as in April, humidity increases sharply up to 85% and the amount of precipitation. It is worth taking with you light clothes, but with long sleeves, long trousers and skirts to protect yourself from mosquitoes.
June
The air temperature is kept at 32-34 degrees, but the number of showers increases even more. During this time, the monsoons bring winds that cool the air a little.
July
The weather is the same as in June. The indisputable advantage of a vacation in the summer months is the low prices for tours.
August
The beginning of intense rains in the area. During this time, discounts on hotels and tickets reach 50%.
September
The wettest month on the island, as humidity reaches its maximum, so does the amount of rainfall. In September, winds form large waves on the beach and underwater currents.
During this time, it is best to avoid swimming in the sea.
October
The rainy season begins to gradually recede. The weather is becoming more and more comfortable. Hotel prices remain low as well.
November
The air temperature gradually drops to a comfortable level of -31 degrees. The sea becomes calmer. The humidity level is decreasing.
December
The rainy season is over, the air temperature drops to 27 degrees. The sea is warm and calm. The amount of precipitation is significantly reduced.
Prices are gradually starting to rise, especially before the New Year.
