Phuket is one of the most beautiful travel destinations in Thailand. The adventurous island awaits you with beautiful beaches, palm trees, delicious Thai food and hospitable locals. But when is the best time to travel to Phuket? Maybe it's worth visiting in the rainy season? I have put together the most important information for you about the ideal time for a vacation on the paradise island.

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The sky darkens, within minutes dense, dark clouds appear - and suddenly it starts pouring rain. This has been going on for days now. And yesterday it even rained all day from morning to evening. The rainy season on Phuket is no gift for sun worshipers. That's why many people stand in front of her Travel on the adventurous island the question: when is it best time for Phuket?

The answer is certainly somewhat subjective. I've spoken to people who don't mind the rain in the monsoon season at all. And others get upset when just a small cloud passes in front of the sun in the dry season.

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Below I have selected a video for you in which the best travel time for Phuket and Thailand is discussed. It is also very informative when considering when to travel to Thailand.

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The best time to travel is a matter of taste

So the question in advance is how we define the best time to travel. In my opinion, the best time to travel to Phuket is when it is rather dry and often sunny. It should also be during the ideal time for you Vacation It should not be too humid - that is, the humidity should be moderate. And of course the sea water temperature should be comfortable. I think we can agree on this definition of the best time to travel.

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When is the best time to visit Phuket?

If we follow my definition of the ideal vacation time, you can determine it very precisely for Phuket. The best time to travel to Phuket is usually between mid December and end March. During these months the weather is mostly sunny and dry, providing ideal conditions for beach visits, diving and other outdoor activities.

You can plan your trips and activities relatively reliably because the weather is stable. This period from December to the end of March is also known as the “cool” season, although temperatures are still very warm, well above 30 degrees Celsius.

Rainy season from May to October

From May to October, Phuket experiences the rainy season, with more frequent and heavier rainfall and higher humidity. During this time, outdoor activities may be interrupted due to thunderstorms or heavy rain. But there are also fewer tourists and often cheaper prices.

Climate table Phuket

In the following climate table you can see the number of rainy days and hours of sunshine in each month - and it is very clear that Phuket has the most hours of sunshine and the fewest rainy days between January and March - this is the best time for a trip the island.

Month	high	Rainydays	Hours of sunshine	water temperature
January	32,7 ° C	6	9	28 ° C
February	33,6 ° C	3	9	29 ° C
March	33,9 ° C	7	9	29 ° C
April	33,8 ° C	12	8	30 ° C
May	32,9 ° C	19	6	30 ° C
June	32,4 ° C	20	5	30 ° C
July	32,1 ° C	20	6	29 ° C
August	32 ° C	20	5	29 ° C
September	31,7 ° C	22	5	29 ° C
October	31,4 ° C	25	6	29 ° C
November	31,7 ° C	18	7	29 ° C
December	31,9 ° C	11	8	28 ° C

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The best time to travel to Phuket – really just a matter of taste?

I have already stood on a scooter in the pouring rain on Phuket and fled the beach from an approaching thunderstorm. It wasn't exactly a pleasant experience. That's why I would recommend you to choose the peak season for vacation. The heavy rain in October and November can be very disruptive and can regularly throw your daily plans into disarray.

I can only tell you from my point of view: the best time to travel to Phuket is and remains the dry season. You have pleasant, warm and dry weather, while the humidity is moderate. You can plan your trips much better because you don't have to worry about having to flee from a downpour.

Have you already been to Phuket or are you planning your first trip to the island? Which time would you choose – dry season and peak season or maybe even the rainy season? Share your experiences in the comments.