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Best Time to Visit Phuket

The best time to visit depends on what you want from the trip. The weather pattern also changes which areas and hotels make the most sense.

High season (roughly November to April)

This is the driest and sunniest part of the year, with calmer seas on the west-coast beaches. It is also the busiest and most expensive time, so book early for popular areas and holiday weeks.

Green season (roughly May to October)

Expect more rain, rougher seas on the west coast and lower prices. Rain often comes in showers and many days still have sunshine between them, but red flags and strong currents are common, and swimming can be dangerous. A hotel with a good pool is worth more in these months.

Choosing an area by season

In the green season, towns with plenty to do away from the beach, such as Patong and Phuket Old Town, work well. In high season, quieter areas such as Kamala, Bang Tao and Nai Harn are at their best.

Planning tips

• Check the forecast and sea conditions closer to your dates
• Follow lifeguard flags at all times
• Ask your hotel about the beach conditions on arrival
• Remember that conditions vary year to year, so treat these months as a general guide

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