Koh Samui

Koh Samui Weather & Climate: Thailand

Climate by month across Koh Samui, Thailand, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Koh Samui

In Thailand you have several regions, one of which is called Koh Samui. The most popular city in this region is Chaweng Beach, whose climate data we'll examine to provide you with an overview of what weather to expect in Koh Samui. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

High temperatures are a constant in Koh Samui, especially in Chaweng Beach, with average maximums staying above 28°C (82°F) all year long.

Koh Samui reaches its peak temperature in May, hitting 31°C (88°F), while January brings cooler conditions with daytime highs of 28°C (82°F).

April, May and June are generally the hottest months of the year.

When it comes to rainfall, Koh Samui sees significant variations throughout the year. October tends to be the wettest, receiving 301 mm (12 in) of rain, while February is much drier with just 44 mm (1.7 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during October and November, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 294 mm (12 in) to 301 mm (12 in) monthly.

For those seeking sunshine, March usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

The second largest island in Thailand is a beautiful destination all year round. From January to December the temperatures on Koh Samui are around 30°C (86°F).

It has two rainy seasons, one from May to August, just like in the rest of Thailand. The second usually starts in October, and is part of the monsoon season. These rains are very heavy and last a long time, and stay until December. In the first rainy season it rains much less in Koh Samui compared to the rest of Thailand.

The best months to visit are the months of January, February and March. It can be a bit busy during this period so it is recommended to book a place to stay in advance.

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Chaweng Beach Lamai Beach Bophut Choeng Mon Beach Mae Nam Beach Bangrak Beach
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Climate map of Koh Samui

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Chaweng Beach 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1681 mm (66 in) 2,151 hours
Lamai Beach 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1658 mm (65 in) 2,151 hours
Bophut 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1695 mm (67 in) 2,151 hours
Choeng Mon Beach 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1711 mm (67 in) 2,151 hours
Mae Nam Beach 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1692 mm (67 in) 2,151 hours
Bangrak Beach 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 1696 mm (67 in) 2,151 hours

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