Monthly climate guide
Phuket weather in March
Expect hot weather in Phuket in March: afternoons reach about 30°C (86°F), while nights drop to around 27°C (81°F). Around 103 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as February and about the same as April.
What stands out in March
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Phuket.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Humidity near 77% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Phuket's usual level (around 55% less).
March is typically Phuket's warmest month.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
27°C
81°F
Rainfall
103 mm
wet
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
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 March
- 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 March 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 March
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Phuket in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Phuket?
Yes. March is one of the best months for Phuket, with highs around 30°C and about 103 mm of rain.
How warm is Phuket in March?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 27°C (81°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Phuket in March?
Phuket typically gets around 103 mm of rain in March — 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.