November to April for dry, sunny weather and calm seas. May to October is the monsoon season, with rain and rougher water, and some island tours and the Similan Islands close.
Peak season
January, February, March, November, December are the busiest months. Book popular tours and hotels earlier, and expect higher prices.
Month by month
- January: hot, peak season.
- February: hot, peak season.
- March: hot, peak season.
- April: hot, busy season.
- May: wet season, busy season.
- June: wet season, quiet season.
- July: wet season, quiet season.
- August: wet season, quiet season.
- September: wet season, quiet season.
- October: wet season, busy season.
- November: warm, peak season.
- December: hot, peak season.
How long to stay
Four to seven days.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Phuket best time to visit questions
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
November to April for dry, sunny weather and calm seas. May to October is the monsoon season, with rain and rougher water, and some island tours and the Similan Islands close.
How many days do I need in Phuket?
Four to seven days.