Temperature in Koh Samui in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Koh Samui, Thailand this January.

Koh Samui, Thailand, a region in Thailand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 28°C (82°F) in Chaweng Beach to 31°C (88°F) in Suratthani. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Suratthani and 26°C (79°F) in Chaweng Beach.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Koh Samui, Thailand in January?

Discover the typical January temperatures for the most popular locations of Koh Samui on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Koh Samui temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Koh Samui, Thailand in January?

Daytime temperatures in Chaweng Beach typically peak at 28°C (82°F) in January, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Koh Samui, Thailand in January?

Average overnight lows in Koh Samui, Thailand during January sit near 26°C (79°F) in Chaweng Beach.

What is the warmest city in January in Koh Samui, Thailand?

Based on our systematic data collection, Suratthani has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 31°C (88°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 24°C (75°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Koh Samui, Thailand?

In our database, Chaweng Beach is the chilliest city in January in Koh Samui, Thailand. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 28°C (82°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 26°C (79°F).

How much sun does Koh Samui, Thailand get in January?

Chaweng Beach usually sees around 200 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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