Best Time to Visit Maya Bay
Best time to visit Maya Bay: January and February. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Maya Bay
Go in January and February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, June and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Maya Bay 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 | 85° | 79° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 86° | 80° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 87° | 81° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 87° | 81° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 87° | 82° | 11,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 82° | 9,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 86° | 82° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 81° | 7,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 84° | 80° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 80° | 11,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 79° | 10,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 79° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Maya Bay compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Maya Bay.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railay Beach | 23 mi | 81°F | 34°F cooler | 80 in |
| Phuket International Airport | 43 mi | 82°F | 33°F cooler | 86 in |
| Khao Sok National Park | 87 mi | 79°F | 36°F cooler | 106 in |
| Langkawi | 116 mi | 81°F | 34°F cooler | 110 in |
| Koh Samui | 153 mi | 78°F | 37°F cooler | 58 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 - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Maya Bay is a beach in Phuket. Maya Bay is a beach known for the sheltered bay of Koh Phi Phi Leh.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Maya Bay with partly cloudy. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 82°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 77%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Maya Bay is January and February. The climate is tropical. May, June and October tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 79°F.
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 43 mi away. Nearby highlights include Railay Beach, Khao Sok National Park, Langkawi and Koh Samui.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Maya Bay today at 9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Maya Bay right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:14 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 84° / 79°
Light showers · 94% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 84° / 80°
Light showers · 88% rain · wind 11 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Maya Bay?
Maya Bay is a beach in Phuket. Its coordinates are 7.6783, 98.7658. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Maya Bay right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Maya Bay?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Maya Bay, which has a tropical climate. May, June and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Maya Bay in?
Maya Bay observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 2:14 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Maya Bay?
The closest airports are Phuket International Airport (HKT), 43 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Maya Bay?
Popular options include Railay Beach, Khao Sok National Park, Langkawi and Koh Samui.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - 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 October 2, 2026 at 2:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
