Location

Phuket is an island located 862km south-west of Thailand's capital Bangkok in the Andaman Sea.

November through March is the cool north-east monsoon season, when cool breezes keep things comfortable. The average daily temperature is around 24C to 32C.

Phuket's hottest months are from April through May, with temperatures ranging from 27C to 36C. However, frequent short heavy thundery showers, offer welcome relief from the temperature and humidity. June, July and August normally consists of sunny days with brief but heavy showers, with temperatures ranging from 20C to 33C.