Bo Phut Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Bo Phut’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Thailand.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Bo Phut experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in May to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 26°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Bo Phut by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. May, the city’s warmest month, boasts 193 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 81 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. It records 200 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Thailand Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Thailand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Bo Phut Temperatures Compared World Wide
Bo Phut’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Bo Phut, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 83% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 28°C. In the warmest month, May, the humidity is 80% combined with an average maximum temperature of 31°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Bo Phut’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Bo Phut climate page.
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