The weather in January at Ko Tapu, Phang Nga Bay, is generally pleasant with clear skies and calm seas, making it an ideal time for swimming, sunbathing, and beach activities. Snorkeling and diving are particularly popular during this month due to the excellent underwater visibility. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
January is a popular month for tourists visiting Ko Tapu, as it is the peak of the high season. The weather is generally warm and sunny, making it an ideal time for beach activities. There may be some crowds during this time, especially during the New Year holiday, which falls on January 1st.
The average maximum temperature in Ko Tapu in January is 32°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 33° in the next month.
The average temperature in Ko Tapu in January is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Ko Tapu in January is 24°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Ko Tapu in January are 11.7 and there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Ko Tapu in January is typically 11.7 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Ko Tapu in January is 27.6° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Ko Tapu in January is 19.4cm and on average there are 6.8 rainy days in January making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ko Tapu in January is 24° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Ko Tapu in January is typically 90.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.8% in the previous month and 92.7% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Ko Tapu in January is typically 73.4%. The average relative humidity is 75.7% in the previous month and 72.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Ko Tapu in January is typically 25kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Ko Tapu in January is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 8kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Ko Tapu in January is from the East-Northeast.
