Phuket in January: weather, sea & travel advice
Phuket in January is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 28 °C (warm), and the sea is about 29 °C. With about 4 rainy days it is dry.
Phuket · JanuaryPhoto: PavF · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 28 °C
- Night
- 26 °C
- Sea
- 29 °C
- Rainy days
- 4 rainy days
- Sun
- 7 h/day
- Humidity
- 82 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent91/100
City breakExcellent85/100
ActiveGood68/100
FamilyExcellent86/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 28 °C
- Little rain (about 4 rainy days)
- Warm, swimmable sea (29 °C)
To consider
- High humidity (82 %)
All months at a glance
28J
29F
30M
30A
29M
29J
28J
28A
28S
28O
28N
28D
4J
3F
6M
9A
15M
15J
16J
16A
18S
19O
14N
7D
Similar destinations in January
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Phuket in January?
Daytime highs average around 28 °C, with nights around 26 °C.
Can you swim in Phuket in January?
The sea is about 29 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Phuket in January?
On the long-term average, expect about 4 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.