Phuket Weather Forecast
Phuket weather: 82°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Phuket
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 34 mph and 1 thunderstorm day in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,8 in, 4,0 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Phuket
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 81° | 76% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 80° | 71% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 89° / 78° | 82% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 90° / 76° | 69% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 76° | 82% · 0,7 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 81° | 81% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 79° | 81% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 76° | 94% · 0,8 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 82° / 75° | 91% · 0,5 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 75° | 78% · 0,3 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 85° / 78° | 71% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 79° | 62% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 79° | 61% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 79° | 68% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 78° | 74% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 77° | 72% · 0,6 in | 8 mph | 7 |
What this means for Phuket
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 2.7°F above the 86°F typical for this month.
A 76% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 37°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 9 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 4:21 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 27, 2026 at 4:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
