Geography of Phuket
Geography of Phuket: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Phuket
Railay Beach is 32 mi to the east, Khao Sok National Park is 72 mi to the north, Langkawi is 143 mi to the south-east and Koh Samui is 158 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 7°52′49.4″N 98°23′32.3″E (7.8804, 98.3923)
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Summary
Phuket is a city in Thailand. Phuket is known for Andaman beaches and island tours. It has a population of about 416.000.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Phuket with light showers. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 75°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.6/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Phuket is January and February. The climate is tropical. May, June and October 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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is 5°F below the 85°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 9/10. Visibility is down to 0,5 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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.
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 | 87° | 78° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 77° | 8,2 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 a city 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 79°F (26°C) with light showers. Humidity is 93% and wind is 10 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 October 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 2:42 AM.
How many people live in Phuket?
Phuket has a population of approximately 416.000.
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.
What places are in Phuket?
Phuket covers 2 places in this atlas, including Phuket International Airport and Maya Bay.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 October 29, 2026 at 2:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
