January Weather in Phuket

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Phuket, Thailand, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Phuket throughout January hovers around 76%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

30°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

76%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Phuket averages 111 mm (4.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 18 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 27% probability of sunny days during this period.

111 mm (4.4 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 18 minutes

Sunshine hours

27%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Phuket reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 4 7 10 12 12 10 7 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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