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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ko Pha-ngan.
Ko Pha-ngan, Thailand, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in May at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in January to 29°C (84°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 1813 mm (71 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from September to November. March is the sunniest month, averaging 8.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Ko Pha-ngan experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in May to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 28°C (82°F) in May to around 26°C (79°F) during the colder months.
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Ko Pha-ngan has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1813 mm (71 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Ko Pha-ngan shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 319 mm (13 in) of precipitation over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 44 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ko Pha-ngan Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Ko Pha-ngan serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 8.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in September, offering only 4.9 hours of daily sunlight.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 86%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January and February typically offer the most optimal weather in Ko Pha-ngan. In contrast, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Ko Pha-ngan has a distinct rainy season from September to November.
Daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in May. Nighttime lows range from 26°C (79°F) to 28°C (82°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1813 mm (71 in). October is the wettest month with 319 mm (13 in), while February is the driest with 44 mm (1.7 in).
Ko Pha-ngan receives around 2,160 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 240 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 146 hours. Overall, Ko Pha-ngan enjoys abundant sunshine.
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