Before you book · Phuket
When should I go to Phuket?
Best time: Dec–Mar.
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Best months to go
- Nov–MarDry season — calm Andaman seas, all islands accessible
- AprHot; Songkran water fights April 13–15
- May–OctMonsoon — red-flag swimming days, Phi Phi trips often cancelled; big hotel discounts
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Best months
- December
- January
- February
- March
Monthly
- Nov–Mar — Dry season — calm Andaman seas, all islands accessible
- Apr — Hot; Songkran water fights April 13–15
- May–Oct — Monsoon — red-flag swimming days, Phi Phi trips often cancelled; big hotel discounts
What to pack
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Waterproof phone pouch
- Motion-sickness tablets for speedboats
- Sandals + one pair of walking shoes