2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Phuket in October

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

October is a wet time to visit Phuket. Phuket has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 28°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 30 rainy days per month.

Avg High

28°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

30days

Daylight

12h

Is October a good time to visit Phuket?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:14 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 32°C 25°C 0 Excellent (best)
February 32°C 25°C 6 Excellent (best)
March 34°C 26°C 5 Excellent (best)
April 32°C 26°C 18 Excellent (best)
May 31°C 26°C 24 Wet
June 30°C 25°C 27 Wet
July 30°C 25°C 28 Wet
August 30°C 26°C 19 Wet
September 29°C 25°C 28 Wet
October 28°C 25°C 30 Wet
November 29°C 25°C 28 Wet
December 29°C 24°C 18 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for October

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is October a good time to visit Phuket? +

October is typically Wet for visiting Phuket, with average highs of 28°C and around 30 rainy days.

What should I pack for Phuket in October? +

With highs of 28°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Phuket in October? +

Phuket typically sees around 30 rainy days in October.

How many hours of daylight are there in Phuket in October? +

In October, Phuket gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day.

Is October peak season in Phuket? +

No, October is not peak season in Phuket. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Phuket? +

The best months to visit Phuket are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Bangkok)

Last Updated: January 2026

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