Phi Phi Islands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand in January.

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Phi Phi Don

Planning a getaway to the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Phi Phi Islands in January

The Phi Phi Islands, Thailand is a region in Thailand. January in the Phi Phi Islands generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Phi Phi Don. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 52 mm (2 in) in Phi Phi Don.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Phi Phi Don enjoys about 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Phi Phi Islands in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 the Phi Phi Islands

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand?

Phi Phi Don

In January Phi Phi Don generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
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Monthly sun hours
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Phi Phi Islands, in Thailand.

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.

The Phi Phi Islands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand in January?

Expect tolerable weather across the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand in January. The popular destination of Phi Phi Don averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand in January?

Average temperatures in the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand during January range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Phi Phi Don.

Does the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Phi Phi Don averages just 52 mm (2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand with overall pleasant weather in Phi Phi Don. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Phi Phi Islands, Thailand is in February with generally pleasant weather in Phi Phi Don. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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