Phuket · Thailand
August
Still monsoon, still cheap — the island's temples, markets, and interior at their best.
Strong option
#8 of 12 months
There are better months for Phuket — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
31.3°C
Low
25°C
Rain
230mm
Sun
5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How August scores in Phuket
Weather
Below average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Above average
What you gain in August
- ↑Ultra-low hotel rates persist: best deals of the year for those unbothered by rain
- ↑Phuket Town Sunday Walking Street and local markets operating for residents, not tourists
- ↑Island temples and Big Buddha accessible without any queue or crowd pressure
What you sacrifice
- ↓230mm of rainfall with rough sea conditions continuing throughout the month
- ↓Limited beach activity: west coast effectively out of commission for any swimming
- ↓Services reduced in beach areas; check specific properties are open before booking
How August compares to November (best month)
| Factor | August | November ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 3 | 8 |
| Value | 8 | 6 |
| Crowds | 8 | 6 |
August in other destinations
Lisbon (26.5°C)Barcelona (28.6°C)Tokyo (32.1°C)Bali (29.9°C)Santorini (26°C)Paris (24.3°C)New York (27.7°C)Marrakech (35.8°C)Amsterdam (21.4°C)Maldives (30.3°C)Rome (30.4°C)Bangkok (31.5°C)Istanbul (28°C)Vienna (25.9°C)Seoul (29°C)Dubrovnik (28.5°C)Rio de Janeiro (25.9°C)Kyoto (33.7°C)Cape Town (17.2°C)Prague (26°C)Amalfi Coast (31°C)
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Phuket, not across destinations. Methodology →