Weather in Phuket for August 2026
In general, the average temperature in Phuket at the beginning of August is 28.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 28.1 °C by the end of August.
Phuket experiences heavy rainfall in August, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 322.4 mm.
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Phuket Weather August
Temperatures trend during August in Phuket
August weather in Phuket day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 13.9 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /25° | 7.7 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /25° | 5.5 mm | 6 | |
| 4 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /26° | 5.5 mm | 6 | |
| 5 Aug. |  Patchy rain possible | 29° /25° | 3.4 mm | 6 | |
| 6 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /26° | 8.4 mm | 6 | |
| 7 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /26° | 9.9 mm | 6 | |
| 8 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /25° | 7 mm | 6 | |
| 9 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /26° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
| 10 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /26° | 5.8 mm | 6 | |
| 11 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
| 12 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 17 mm | 6 | |
| 13 Aug. | Light rain shower | 29° /26° | 11.3 mm | 6 | |
| 14 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /26° | 19.6 mm | 6 | |
| 15 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 27.2 mm | 6 | |
| 16 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 22.6 mm | 6 | |
| 17 Aug. | Moderate rain at times | 29° /25° | 7.4 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /25° | 3.1 mm | 6 | |
| 19 Aug. | Moderate rain at times | 29° /25° | 5.4 mm | 6 | |
| 20 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /25° | 8.5 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 7.8 mm | 6 | |
| 22 Aug. |  Heavy rain at times | 28° /25° | 5.2 mm | 6 | |
| 23 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /25° | 8.7 mm | 6 | |
| 24 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 9.4 mm | 6 | |
| 25 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 10.8 mm | 6 | |
| 26 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 6.4 mm | 6 | |
| 27 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 13.3 mm | 6 | |
| 28 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /25° | 13.2 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Aug. | Light rain shower | 29° /25° | 9.3 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Aug. | Light rain shower | 28° /26° | 11.2 mm | 6 | |
| 31 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /25° | 17 mm | 6 | |
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Phuket weather in August vs July vs September
| July | August | September | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 28°/26° | 28°/26° | 28°/26° |
| Rainfall | 330 mm | 322 mm | 487 mm |
| Wind | 20.7 km/h | 17.4 km/h | 19.4 km/h |
| Humidity | 79% | 78% | 79% |
| Rainy days | 31 days | 31 days | 30 days |
| Dry days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days |
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Phuket in August - FAQ
Phuket water temperatures in August
The average water temperature of the Andaman Sea near Phuket in August is 28.1 °C. At the beginning of August temperatures are around 28.3 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 28 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Phuket in August?
- The average water temperature in Phuket in August is 28.1 °C.
- Can you swim in Phuket in August?
- The sea feels almost bath-like – perfect for floating, paddle-boarding or spending hours snorkeling without a wetsuit.
What to pack to Phuket in August?
As you prepare for your trip to Phuket in August, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Phuket, during August, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Lightweight Clothing: T-shirts, blouses, shorts, skirts
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
- Personal Items
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sunny destinations
- Lip Balm with SPF: To protect against chapped lips
August rainfall patterns in Phuket
UV exposure in Phuket during August
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