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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Phi Phi Don.
Phi Phi Don, in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. The island receives substantial rainfall throughout the year, with particularly heavy precipitation from May to October during the southwest monsoon season.
This island attracts tourists with its limestone cliffs rising from its waters and the famous Maya Bay featured in the film "The Beach". It's also known for its nightlife, excellent diving, snorkeling sites, and beautiful beaches like Long Beach. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview on the best time to visit.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Phi Phi Don - and find the best time to visit.
The temperature in Phi Phi Don remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) during cooler months like October.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) in April to around 26°C (79°F) during October.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Phi Phi Don has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2246 mm (88 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 313 mm (12 in) of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less rainfall, with 28 mm (1.1 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Phi Phi Don Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Phi Phi Don. While February receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.2 hours, October marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 88%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. 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.
February typically offers the most optimal weather in Phi Phi Don. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Phi Phi Don has a distinct rainy season from May to November.
Daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in October to 31°C (88°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 26°C (79°F) to 27°C (81°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 2246 mm (88 in). September is the wettest month with 313 mm (12 in), while February is the driest with 28 mm (1.1 in).
Phi Phi Don receives around 1,993 hours of sunshine per year. February is the sunniest month with 215 hours, while October is the cloudiest with just 110 hours.
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