Best Time to Visit Koh Samui
Best time to visit Koh Samui: January, February, March and April. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Koh Samui
Go in January, February, March and April. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: October, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Koh Samui month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 72° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 73° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 83° | 74° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 86° | 76° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 85° | 75° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 86° | 75° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 75° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 74° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 74° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 81° | 73° | 9,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 79° | 72° | 11,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 79° | 72° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Koh Samui compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Koh Samui.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khao Sok National Park | 110 mi | 79°F | +34°F warmer | 108 in |
| Railay Beach | 131 mi | 81°F | +36°F warmer | 84 in |
| Phuket International Airport | 151 mi | 82°F | +36°F warmer | 90 in |
| Maya Bay | 153 mi | 83°F | +37°F warmer | 81 in |
| Phuket | 158 mi | 82°F | +36°F warmer | 81 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid October, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Koh Samui is an island in Thailand. Koh Samui is an island known for palm-fringed beaches in the Gulf.
Right now it is 86°F (30°C) in Koh Samui with overcast. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 76°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 31%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Koh Samui is January, February, March and April. The climate is temperate. October, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 72°F.
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 151 mi away. Nearby highlights include Khao Sok National Park, Railay Beach, Maya Bay and Phuket.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Koh Samui today at 8.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Koh Samui right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:36 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 86° / 76°
Light drizzle · 31% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 84° / 75°
Drizzle · 70% rain · wind 10 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Koh Samui?
Koh Samui is an island in Thailand. Its coordinates are 9.512, 100.0136. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Koh Samui right now?
It is currently 86°F (30°C) with overcast. Humidity is 52% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Koh Samui?
January, February, March and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Koh Samui, which has a temperate climate. October, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Koh Samui in?
Koh Samui observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 5:36 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Koh Samui?
The closest airports are Phuket International Airport (HKT), 151 mi away and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), 293 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Koh Samui?
Popular options include Khao Sok National Park, Railay Beach, Maya Bay, Phuket and Langkawi.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:36 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
