Thailand (Khao Lak) · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonThailand · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 32° | 33° | 34° | 33° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 32° |
MINMIN | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 6h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 5h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 5h UV 7 | 5h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 |
🌊Water Temp | 29° | 30° | 31° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° |
🌧Rain Days | 5d70mm | 3d50mm | 7d144mm | 11d215mm | 19d520mm | 17d480mm | 17d528mm | 19d532mm | 20d700mm | 19d533mm | 14d222mm | 6d89mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Thailand (Khao Lak): only 5 rain days, 32°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 32°C, cooling to 23°C at night (daily average: 27°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 70 mm total. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
Packing list for Thailand (Khao Lak) in January
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Thailand (Khao Lak)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Thailand (Khao Lak) (Climate Score: 84/100). Pleasant temperatures (32°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (5) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Thailand (Khao Lak) in January?
- In January, Thailand (Khao Lak) sees daily highs of 32°C. Nights cool to 23°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Thailand (Khao Lak) in January?
- In January, Thailand (Khao Lak) receives an average of 70 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Thailand (Khao Lak) get in January?
- Thailand (Khao Lak) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in January — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Thailand (Khao Lak) in January?
- Water temperature in Thailand (Khao Lak) in January averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
