Koh Phangan Weather in January

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

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Haad Rin Baan Tai Thongsala Salad Beach

Planning a journey to Koh Phangan, Thailand this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Koh Phangan in January

Koh Phangan, Thailand is a region in Thailand. January in Koh Phangan generally has warm temperatures, with moderate 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.

For specific regional insights in Koh Phangan, Thailand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 79 mm (3.1 in) in Haad Rin.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Haad Rin enjoys approximately 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Koh Phangan, Thailand?

Temperature range in Koh Phangan (January)

Precipitation variation in Koh Phangan (January)

Haad Rin

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
177 hours
200 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haad Rin →

Baan Tai

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
177 hours
200 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baan Tai →

Thongsala

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
177 hours
200 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Thongsala →

Salad Beach

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
177 hours
200 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salad Beach →

Haad Yao

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
177 hours
200 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haad Yao →

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In our records: Thailand January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Thailand was 10°C (50°F) in Chiang Rai on January 25, 2016.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Haad Rin 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Baan Tai 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Thongsala 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Salad Beach 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Haad Yao 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Thong Nai Pan Noi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Koh Phangan weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Koh Phangan, Thailand brings perfect 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 January?

Average temperatures in Koh Phangan, Thailand during January range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Haad Rin.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Koh Phangan, Thailand during January, with Haad Rin averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

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

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Koh Phangan, Thailand. Typically, the climate in Haad Rin is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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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