Phuket weather in January (Thailand)

Planning a trip to Phuket in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Phuket typically experiences high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 26°C.

Keep in mind that while these are the average temperatures, there can be days that are even hotter. It's essential to be prepared for such heat. Wearing light, breathable fabrics and protecting yourself from the sun's intensity with hats or shades can make a difference. Hydration is key, so remember to drink plenty of water, especially if you find yourself outdoors for extended periods.

Phuket in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 235 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Phuket. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Phuket climate page with graphs.

 

Phuket, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 58 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 70%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 235 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Thailand in January

Find out more about the weather in Thailand in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Phuket in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Phuket.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Thailand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Thailand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.