Geography of Railay Beach
Geography of Railay Beach: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Railay Beach
Maya Bay is 23 mi to the south, Phuket is 32 mi to the west, Phuket is 32 mi to the west and Phuket International Airport is 36 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 8°0′28.8″N 98°50′13.2″E (8.008, 98.837)
Quick facts about Railay Beach
Summary
Railay Beach is a beach in Thailand. Railay Beach is a beach known for limestone cliffs and climbing.
Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Railay Beach with overcast. It feels like 97°F. Today runs from 76°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 37%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Railay Beach is January, February and March. The climate is tropical. May, June and September tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 36 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maya Bay, Phuket, Khao Sok National Park and Koh Samui.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with 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. swimming is the strongest bet in Railay Beach today at 8.6/10. 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 Railay Beach 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° | 74° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 92° | 75° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 93° | 76° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 91° | 77° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 89° | 77° | 11,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 87° | 78° | 8,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 78° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 85° | 77° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 84° | 76° | 13,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 85° | 76° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 85° | 74° | 11,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 87° | 74° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Railay Beach?
Railay Beach is a beach in Thailand. Its coordinates are 8.008, 98.837. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Railay Beach right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Railay Beach?
January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Railay Beach, which has a tropical climate. May, June and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Railay Beach in?
Railay Beach observes Asia/Bangkok (UTC+07:00). The local time is 2:20 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Railay Beach?
The closest airports are Phuket International Airport (HKT), 36 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Railay Beach?
Popular options include Maya Bay, Phuket, Khao Sok National Park, Koh Samui and Langkawi.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - 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 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
