Best Beaches in Thailand in January

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These are the best beaches in Thailand in January, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in Thailand in January

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    8.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.6 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.5hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 1cm (0.4inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Jomtien Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Jomtien Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    8.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.6 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.5hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 1cm (0.4inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Pattaya Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Pattaya Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    26°C (80°F) Sea
    7.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.2 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.9hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.7cm (0.3inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ao Yai Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (80°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ao Yai Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    8.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.0hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Phra Nang Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Phra Nang Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    8.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.0hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Railay Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Railay Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    8.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.0hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Poda Island. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Poda Island with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    7.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 64% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.4hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.9cm (1.5inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ko Chang. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ko Chang with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 31°C (88°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    7.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 31°C (88°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.3hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Maya Bay. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Maya Bay with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    7.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.6hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ko Ang Thong islands. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ko Ang Thong islands with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (90°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    4.6 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Koh Khai. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Koh Khai with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (90°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    4.6 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 6.6cm (2.6inches) making it dry with only light showers in the very few rainy days each month. There are just 4.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Sunset Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Sunset Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 44% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Lamai beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Lamai beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Mae Haad Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Mae Haad Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ao Haad Khuad. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ao Haad Khuad with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Haad Yao Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Haad Yao Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ao Chalok Lam Bay. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ao Chalok Lam Bay with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Thong Nai Pan Noi. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Thong Nai Pan Noi with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Thong Nai Pan Yai. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Thong Nai Pan Yai with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 30°C (86°F) Air
    27°C (81°F) Sea
    4.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 41% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 4.1cm (1.6inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Koh Nang Yuan. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Koh Nang Yuan with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    7.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.3hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Kata Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Kata Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    7.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.3hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Nai Harn Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Nai Harn Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    7.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.3hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Karon Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Karon Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    7.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 62% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.3hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Freedom Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Freedom Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Patok Beach. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Patok Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ko Similan. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ko Similan with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    28°C (82°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.8 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 19.4cm (7.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 6.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Ko Tapu. Sea temperatures are a very warm 28°C (82°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Ko Tapu with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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