Koh Phangan Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Koh Phangan, Thailand in December.

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Haad Rin Baan Tai Thongsala Salad Beach

Considering a trip to Koh Phangan, Thailand this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Koh Phangan in December

Koh Phangan, Thailand is a region in Thailand. December in Koh Phangan generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Haad Rin.

To explore the conditions in Koh Phangan, Thailand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bottle Beach with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to high rainfall in Haad Rin with 139 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Haad Rin gets around 177 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Koh Phangan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Koh Phangan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Haad Rin)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Koh Phangan in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Koh Phangan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Koh Phangan

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Koh Phangan, Thailand?

Temperature range in Koh Phangan (December)

Precipitation variation in Koh Phangan (December)

Haad Rin

In December Haad Rin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Haad Rin →

Baan Tai

In December Baan Tai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Baan Tai →

Thongsala

In December Thongsala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Thongsala →

Salad Beach

In December Salad Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
272 mm (11 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Salad Beach →

Haad Yao

In December Haad Yao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
177 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Haad Yao →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Koh Phangan, in Thailand.

In our records: Thailand December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Thailand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Thailand dropped to 2°C (36°F) in Chiang Rai on December 25, 1999.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Koh Phangan in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Haad Rin 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Baan Tai 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Thongsala 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Salad Beach 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Haad Yao 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Thong Nai Pan Noi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Koh Phangan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Koh Phangan, Thailand in December?

December in Koh Phangan, Thailand brings pleasant weather. In Haad Rin, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Koh Phangan, Thailand in December?

Haad Rin averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Koh Phangan, Thailand get a lot of rain in December?

Haad Rin typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 139 mm (5.5 in) on average across Koh Phangan, Thailand.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Koh Phangan, Thailand?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Haad Rin, December might be a good time to visit Koh Phangan, Thailand. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly perfect weather in Haad Rin. The weather in September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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