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 International Airport is 36 mi to the west and Khao Sok National Park is 66 mi to the north.
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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 76°F (24°C) in Railay Beach with light drizzle. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 75°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Railay Beach is January, February and March. The climate is tropical. May, June and November 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, Khao Sok National Park, Koh Samui and Langkawi.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 79°F is 6.1°F below the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Railay Beach today at 9.3/10. 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.
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 | 87° | 78° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 77° | 9,0 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 76°F (24°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 98% 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 November 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 8:53 AM.
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, 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 October 27, 2026 at 8:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
