Geography of Phuket
Geography of Phuket: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Phuket
Phuket is 0 mi to the north, Phuket International Airport is 17 mi to the north, Maya Bay is 29 mi to the south-east and Railay Beach is 32 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 7°52′49.4″N 98°23′32.3″E (7.8804, 98.3923)
Quick facts about Phuket
Summary
Phuket is an island in Thailand. Phuket is an island known for Andaman beaches and Phi Phi day trips.
Right now it is 85°F (30°C) in Phuket with overcast. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 80°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 59%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Phuket is January and February. The climate is tropical. May, June and September tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while October is the coldest with lows near 76°F.
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 17 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maya Bay, Railay Beach, Khao Sok National Park and Langkawi.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 4.5°F above the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Phuket today at 8.7/10. 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.
Climate in Phuket 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 | 89° | 76° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 91° | 77° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 92° | 78° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 92° | 78° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 89° | 78° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 9,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 78° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 77° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 76° | 11,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 85° | 76° | 11,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 85° | 76° | 10,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 76° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Phuket?
Phuket is an island in Thailand. Its coordinates are 7.8804, 98.3923. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Phuket right now?
It is currently 85°F (30°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Phuket, which has a tropical climate. May, June and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Phuket in?
Phuket observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 8:22 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Phuket?
The closest airports are Phuket International Airport (HKT), 17 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Phuket?
Popular options include Maya Bay, Railay Beach, Khao Sok National Park, Langkawi and Koh Samui.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 8:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
