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Phuket has a tropical monsoon climate. It's warm all year
'round, but the two periods of April-May and September-October are
the hottest. The September-October period is also the wettest.
The best time to visit Phuket is during the cool NE monsoon
season, from November though March, when it isn't so humid,
and the cool breezes keep things comfortable. The average temperature
is around 75ºF to 89ºF (24ºC to 32ºC).
The hottest time is from April through May, with temperatures
ranging from 80ºF to 95ºF (27ºC to 36ºC). There are frequent short
heavy thundery showers, offering welcome relief from the temperature
and humidity. The Thai New Year occurs on April 13th
and everyone sprinkles (or throws) cool water on each other. No
wonder!
 Locals
enjoy June, July and August, since the weather is usually fine
and our favourite haunts remain uncrowded. The usual pattern is
brief but heavy showers, with plenty of sunshine between downpours.
Everything is a little less expensive at this time of year, as well.
Temperatures range between 70ºF and 90ºF (20ºC to 33ºC).
During September and early October we locals start to remember
our umbrellas. This makes an ideal time to visit abroad. One consolation
for those who remain is that the beaches, outdoor restaurants and
streets are relatively uncluttered by visitors. And even at this
time, we still get long intervals of sunshine between the heavy
showers. Anyway, plenty of lowseason
activities, both water- and land-based, still offer themselves on
Phuket during this wettest part of the summer season.
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