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Where should I stay in Phuket for the first time?

What is the hottest month in Phuket?

What is the hottest month in Phuket?

In April, the hottest month of the year, the weather in Phuket is usually very hot and humid. The average temperature is 29.0 °C (84 °F), with a minimum of 24.1 °C (75.3 °F) and a maximum of 34 °C (93.3 °F). On the coldest nights, the temperature usually drops to around 22 °C (72 °F).

What is the sunniest month in Phuket? Which month is the sunniest in Phuket? January is the sunniest month with an average of 235 hours of sunshine.

Is Phuket hot all year?

Phuket is hot all year round with temperatures ranging from 25 to 34°C (77 to 93°F). Phuket’s weather is typically divided into two distinct seasons, dry and rainy, with transitional periods in between.

How hot is Phuket in July?

In July, the average temperature in Phuket is 31 °C (87.8 °F) during the day and 28 °C (82.4 °F) at night.

What is the best time of year to go to Phuket?

The coolest season and thus the best time to visit Phuket is between November and February. The temperature at this time varies at a more ambient 23°C to 30°C and is drier once the monsoon is over. It’s a good time to relax on the beach and enjoy some water sports too.

Where is the clearest water in Phuket?

Where is the clearest water in Phuket?

As one of the longest beaches on the island, Karon Beach seems to stretch endlessly along the blue Andaman on Phuket’s west coast. This white sand beach is famous for its clear water and amazing sunsets in the evening.

Which area of ​​Phuket is best? Patong Beach is the most popular resort town in all of Phuket. Daytime activity is centered on the 2.77km long white sand beach, which is known for a wealth of water sports opportunities. You can go jet skiing, parasailing, snorkeling, windsurfing and much more.

Which side of Phuket has the best beaches?

The beaches concentrated around Phuket’s southwest coast (Patong, Karon, Kata) are the busiest, flanked by beach bars, cafes and jet ski operators – buyer beware of the latter. For a more subdued experience, head to the west coast honeys of Surin, Bangtao and Layan.

Where is the clearest water in Thailand?

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has just completed its 2021 environmental quality audit of Thailand, and Prachuap Khiri Khan and Koh Samui dominated the list of cleanest seawater beaches.

Which beach is good for swimming in Phuket?

The best beaches for swimming are Karon, Kata, Nai Harn, Hai Thon, Freedom and Banana beaches. The best beaches for snorkeling are Kata, Yanui, Freedom and Banana beaches. The best beaches for relaxation (few crowds) are Mai Khao, Khao Lak, Nai Harn, Nai Yang and Banana beaches.

What is the main beach in Phuket?

What is the main beach in Phuket?

Patong Beach. Patong is the main beach on Phuket’s west coast, and choosing to book a hotel here is a personal choice. It’s a big city full of restaurants, shops, markets, bars and go-go bars, but it’s not really Thailand anymore.

How long is Karon Beach Phuket? Karon Beach in Phuket is one of the longest beaches on the island, spanning 5km of fine white sand overlooking the Andaman Sea. The northern end of the beach is usually deserted, making it an excellent spot for those who want the beach to themselves.

Is East or West Phuket better?

The east coast has better views possibly because the west coast views are often only water (Andaman Sea) where the east coast has islands and Cape Panwa in view. Phi Phi can be quite crowded, especially anywhere near the ferry drop-off point. Ko Lanta is much more laid back and probably suits your style better.

Which beach is best to stay in Phuket?

16 Top Rated Beaches in Phuket

  • Freedom Beach
  • Kata (including Kata Noi and Kata Yai) Aerial view of Kata Beach
  • Ao Sane Beach
  • Patong Beach – Umbrella-shaded sunbeds on Patong Beach
  • Karon Beach – Golden sand at Karon Beach
  • Paradise Beach
  • Bang Tao Beach
  • Nai Harn Beach

Is Kata or Karon beach better?

Kata beach is more pleasant with a scenic view of the bay and Koh Pu (Crab Island). Karon Beach is longer with more high-rise buildings or large hotel establishments overlooking the beach.

What is Karon like in Phuket?

What is Karon like in Phuket?

Karon is the second most popular resort town on Phuket Island, and for good reason. For starters, it boasts one of the longest beaches on the island and has a great selection of hotels in the surrounding area to suit different tastes and budgets.

Is Karon Beach lively? The Hat Karon resort is lively enough to keep you up until the early hours, but its proximity to Phuket is perhaps the biggest draw for revelers looking to dance the night away. Phuket is one of the liveliest cities in the country and there is a great selection of bars, clubs and restaurants.

Is Karon Beach busy?

Karon is one of the longest beaches in Phuket, ranking third on our beach popularity page. It enjoys a 3 kilometer stretch of white sand, a decent selection of dining and nightlife options, and never seems to attract crowds of tourists, which is a good thing.

Is Karon Beach better than Patong?

Patong beach is nice enough on the sand (have they got rid of the jet skis yet?), especially up at the northern end, but because it where the most tourists are – it has an ugly streetscape, i.e., all the shops are across the road, bars, nightlife, etc. Since Karon and Kata beaches are close to each other, you can rent a taxi and spend your day there either way. Karon beach has a long-stretched shoreline, more peaceful and quite; while, Kata on the other hand is good for surfing. 

Can you swim at Karon Beach Phuket?

The southern end of Karon Beach is the best area for snorkeling. From November to April the water is crystal clear, calm and great for swimming. However, if you are planning a holiday from May to October, Karon Beach Phuket can be very dangerous and unsuitable for swimming.

Where is lively in Phuket?

Where is lively in Phuket?

Karon and Kata Directly to the south is the more family-friendly and quieter Kata Beach; a beautiful long bay with a white sand beach fringed by palm trees that is lined with good restaurants, lively nightlife and a wide range of accommodation options.

Where to go in Phuket? Here is a list of places you must visit to experience the best of nightlife in Phuket:

  • Soi Bangla Road
  • Illusion Show & Discos
  • White Room Nightclub
  • Simon Cabaret
  • Phuket Fantasy
  • Dino Park Minigolf
  • Siam Niramit Phuket
  • Live Music

Where is the party district in Phuket?

Of course, Patong is Phuket’s undisputed nightlife center. From 9 p.m. every evening, the city buzzes and only stops in the wee hours. Kata and Karon have similar, if more modest, nightlife scenes, while even Phuket Town boasts a few jump clubs that cater mainly to locals.

Where should I stay in Phuket for the first time?

Generally speaking, the best areas in Phuket for the first time are Kamala, Nai Yang, Mai Khao, Patong, Kata, Karon and Rawai. Each of these recommended areas is suitable for a different type of traveller, varying from luxury or budget travelers to party-minded hedonistic travelers.

What’s the ideal length of stay in Thailand?  

We recommend between 10 days to 2 weeks for a great holiday in Phuket.

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