Phuket in August
Low pressure, very good value
The short answer
August is a good time to visit Phuket.
Very good hotel value and low visitor pressure.
7/10 overall26–32°CLow crowds€€ (Low)
Weather6/10
Crowds8/10
Prices8/10
Events7/10
August in detail
What August actually feels like
- Weather
- 26–32°C
- Wet-season conditions with frequent showers.
- Crowds
- Low
- Generally quiet.
- Prices
- €€ (Low)
- Attractive low-season rates.
+Very good hotel value and low visitor pressure.
–Rain and sea conditions remain unpredictable.
My tip for August
Good for budget-conscious travelers who accept variable weather.
- Value
- Surfing
- Diving
- Food
How August compares
Against the other eleven months
7th of 12 overall in Phuket, 7th for weather, 3rd for space, 2nd for value. The emptiest month is September; the best value is September.
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What’s on in Phuket in August
- Southwest monsoon
- Rainfall and sea conditions become more variable. Red flags can restrict swimming and boat trips.
May–October
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Very good hotel value and low visitor pressure.
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