Phuket Town weather in January (Phuket Province, Thailand)

Thinking of visiting Phuket Town in January? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Phuket Town tends to experience high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Phuket Town in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 5 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 235 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Phuket Town climate page with graphs.

 

Phuket Town, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 17%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 235 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Phuket, Thailand (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Thailand in January

Find out more about the weather in Thailand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Phuket Town.

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