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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Rawai Beach.
Rawai Beach, Phuket Province, Thailand, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F). April is the warmest month at 30°C (86°F), while October is the coolest at 29°C (84°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2119 mm (83 in) per year. October is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from May to November. The sunniest month is January, with 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The temperature in Rawai Beach remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°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.
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Rawai Beach has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2119 mm (83 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 302 mm (12 in) of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less rainfall, with 32 mm (1.3 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Rawai Beach Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Rawai Beach. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rawai Beach.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 82%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. 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.
December typically offers the most optimal weather in Rawai Beach. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Rawai Beach has a distinct rainy season from May to November.
Daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in October to 30°C (86°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 2119 mm (83 in). October is the wettest month with 302 mm (12 in), while February is the driest with 32 mm (1.3 in).
Rawai Beach receives around 2,066 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 235 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 100 hours. Overall, Rawai Beach enjoys abundant sunshine.
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