Beach weather in Phuket Island, Thailand in January

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Visiting Phuket Island, Thailand in January

January is one of the best months to visit Phuket Island for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

32°C (89°F) Air Temperature

28°C (82°F) Sea Temperature

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

Also consider visiting Phuket Island in one of the other best months of February, March, December, for the best beach weather.

Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

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Can you sunbathe in Phuket Island in January?

Yes, January is a good time for sunbathing in Phuket Island.

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Can you swim in Phuket Island in January?

Yes, January is an excellent month for swimming in Phuket Island with very warm sea temperatures 28°C (82°F).

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Is January a good time to holiday in Phuket Island?

Yes, January is a great time for a holiday in Phuket Island.

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Is Phuket Island warm in January?

Yes, Phuket Island is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in Phuket Island in January is 32°C (89°F). The average maximum temperature is 31°C (88°) in the previous month and 33°C (91°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Phuket Island in January is 28°C (82°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 28°C (83°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Phuket Island in January?

The average day light hours per day in Phuket Island in January are 11.7. 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.

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Temperature in Phuket Island in January

The average maximum temperature in Phuket Island in January is 32°C (89°F). The average maximum temperature is 31°C (88°F) in the previous month and 33°C (91°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Phuket Island in January is 28°C (82°F). The average temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 28°C (83°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Phuket Island in January is 24°C (74°F). The minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Phuket Island in January

During January the average day light hours are 11.7 per day in Phuket Island. 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.

The ultraviolet index in Phuket Island in January is typically 11.9 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.

Sea Temperature in Phuket Island in January

The average sea water temperature in Phuket Island in January is 27.6°C (81.7°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Rainfall in Phuket Island in January

The average total rainfall in Phuket Island in January is 19.4cm (7.6inches) and on average there are 6.8 rainy days in January making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Phuket Island in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Phuket Island in January is 24°C (74°F) 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°C (74°F) in the previous month and 24°C (24°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Phuket Island 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 Phuket Island in January is typically 73.4%. The average relative humidity is 75.7% in the previous month and 72.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Phuket Island in January

The average maximum wind speed in Phuket Island in January is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 24KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 24KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Phuket Island in January is typically 9KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 8KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Phuket Island in January is from the East-Northeast.

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