Things to Do in Phuket
Top things to do in Phuket: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Phuket
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Phuket.
Map of Phuket
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Coordinates: 7°52′49.4″N 98°23′32.3″E (7.8804, 98.3923)
Weather in Phuket right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:18 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Best time to visit Phuket
Go in January and February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, June and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Phuket is an island in Thailand. Phuket is an island known for Andaman beaches and Phi Phi day trips.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Phuket with overcast. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 78°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 77%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with 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 8.2/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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.
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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 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 12 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 11:18 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 25, 2026 at 11:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
