Monthly climate guide
Phuket weather in December
Expect hot weather in Phuket in December: afternoons reach about 28°C (83°F), while nights drop to around 26°C (79°F). Around 178 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Humidity near 83% makes 28°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Plan Phi Phi Islands (day trip) for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 2°C).
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
26°C
79°F
Rainfall
178 mm
very wet
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Phuket weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 79°F | 115 mm | 82% | 63% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 33 mm | 78% | 47% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 81°F | 103 mm | 77% | 54% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 28°C / 82°F | 156 mm | 79% | 80% |
| May | 29°C / 85°F | 28°C / 82°F | 285 mm | 82% | 91% |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 286 mm | 83% | 88% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 28°C / 82°F | 280 mm | 82% | 89% |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 27°C / 81°F | 343 mm | 83% | 88% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 363 mm | 84% | 91% |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 328 mm | 84% | 88% |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 258 mm | 84% | 85% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 79°F | 178 mm | 83% | 75% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Phuket?
Our Phuket guide recommends: November to April, the dry season — the rainy season from May to October can bring rough seas and reduced boat trips.
If visiting outside the dry season, check sea conditions before booking island-hopping boat trips — some routes reduce or pause in rough weather.
Best time to visit Phuket →Other Thailand cities in December
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Phuket in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Phuket?
December is one of the wetter months in Phuket, with about 178 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Phuket in December?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 26°C (79°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Phuket in December?
Phuket typically gets around 178 mm of rain in December — very wet.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
November to April, the dry season — the rainy season from May to October can bring rough seas and reduced boat trips.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Phuket (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.