Phuket weather in July 2014 from 21st til 31st

Phuket weather update on 31st July 2014, today we have started with light rain and clouds, humidity is high and so the heat.

Overall July hasn't been very good, normally during July Phuket has calm sea, a bit or no rain and just mild wind. Here can see the Phuket weather in July 2013

On the way to Racha yai on 22 July 2014

Raya Yai Island on 22 July 2014

But this year we had a lot of rain with storms and strong wind, more cloudy days than sunny days.

From the 20th to 23rd we had good sunny days, then wind pick ed up again and on 24th afternoon a lot of rain came down from the sky.

Kamala Beach on 23 July 2014

Surin Beach on 23 July 2014

From 25th to 27th weather has been so so most rainy then sunshine wind still blowing despite being July.

Rain over Kathu on 25 July 2014

From 28th the situation improved and then we had good weather until 30th July

Le Meridien beach on 29 July 2014

Phuket weather today 31st July is surely hot, clouds cover 85% of the sky and we have some rain shower in the morning, probably will stay as this for rest of the day. Forecast don't look good with more wind and storm for next three to four days, but we will have to say day by day what happen.

Sunset at Patong beach on 30 July 2014

Phuket weather July 2014 - 1st to 13th

Two weeks full of events

Welcome in July, normally weather in Phuket in July isn't so bad. Same rain for sure, it is normal during Summer. But not strong wind and big waves.

Here can compare with July 2013 


The first two weeks of July saw mainly rain and very strong wind, the situation was affected by Typhoon Neoguri that formed in the China Sea off shore in Philippines and then directed to Japan.

Its was a strong and big event that affected also the weather here in Phuket. So we started with rain on the 1st July.

This day also marked the begin of Ramadan for Muslim people, fasting now all day for one month, Big meals and a lot of food going at night among the Muslim communities in Phuket.

Then from 2nd to 5th July weather in Phuket has been quiet good, with sunshine, still strong wind and offshore waves were between two and three meters.  During these days we had an important news in Phuket. All chairs and small business were removed from Patong beach. This action on line with new national laws aimed to put order on the beaches. now they are a bit less comfortable but surely back to their original beauty. More space, less noise and rubbish.

Phuket weather 1st July 2014 - view of Kathu

 

Koh Sirey - Phuket 3rd July 2014

Kathu River still low despite rain

From 6th July weather in Phuket started to be more stormy with isolated heavy rains, strong wind was the main feature until this afternoon (13 July 2014). Rain and sun alternate in sky.

Le Meridien Phuket on 5th July 2014

The waterworks level lakes is still dry on 6th July 2014

Between 8th and 10th July weather was bad with strong wind and rain.

Rain storm hits Kathu on 8th July 2014

High tide in Patong beach 10th July 2014

New Patong Beach

Patong beach new look - 10th July 2014

On 11th July another important event happen, it was Khao Pansa day. This opens the Buddhist lent period. Was public holidays and a lot of celebration were made all over Thailand. In Kathu the 6th cultural street festival took off, a real success. Also very lucky as from 11th to 13th rain was rare over Kathu and a lot of people could enjoy this event.

Clear sky over Kathu at sunset on 11th July 2014

The Cultural street at Kathu is one of that things to not miss when thinking what to do in Phuket during a rain or cloudy day.  A lot of food sold on the street, can see some of Phuket's culture and history and enjoy a great shopping at very local market.

Our driver Ann got ready for the parade

The 12th July moon it is also very important because one of the big moon of the year, when the full moon looks very close and big. Supermoon for the full moon lovers

For next week forecast are very good with calm sea , no wind and almost dry for more forecast on Phuket weather have a look to these links

Phuket Weather in June 2014 from 21 to 30

Today we started with a very nice morning after the wind and heavy rains on Sunday. But during the  day more rain is coming.

This morning on the way to Kamala

Same point last year 30 June 2013

Last part of June passed as was in Phuket forecast, during the week end (21 and 22 June) stormy and wet, then strong wind blown clouds away on Monday and Tuesday giving a great break between Wednesday and Friday. Also waves were much lower and all sea activities started again as usual.

Kalim bay on 23 June 2014

Loch Palm Golf course on 20 June 2014

I believe that weather in Phuket in June 2014 has been normal, strong wind with big waves, some short but powerful rainstorm alternated to good sunny days. June is one of best time in Phuket for those like surfing, however this nice open air activity need the perfect combination between wind and tides. If like to surf in Phuket best moment is during the incoming high tide. Combined with the big swells from off shore make the condition perfect to enjoy surfing. Mots famous beaches in Phuket among surfers lovers are Kata Beach and Kalim beach.

Ready for surfing at Kata Beach

Surfing at Kata Beach, in background Koh Pu

Don't forget while surfing in Phuket that sea can be very dangerous during summer monsoon, rip currents in Phuket between end of May and begin of October make difficult to swim and every year the sea claims few life.

Swim in the area between two red and yellow flags

On all most important beaches there are signs displaying information about the Phuket west coats rip currents. How to deal with them and where is possible to swim. Also on all major beaches red flags are displayed.

What does mean red flag on the beach?

That it is dangerous to go in the water, even in shallow water, as the rip current is strong can knock a person down and drag the person in deep water.

However can still enjoy the beaches, just be careful and follow the signs. Best thing during summer is to book  hotels with nice pool settings.

If like to compare June 2014 with Phuket weather in June 2013, just follow the link to our weather reports

Now we are looking forward to July weather when in Phuket is normally good with weak wind, almost flat sea and not much rain.

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Phuket weather June 2014 from 11th to 20th

As was predicted from all forecast strong wind and rain hit Phuket and the Andaman cost last week end. Waves were up to three meters.

The combination of strong winds and high tide during full moon, made the waves very high and strong. With some bad consequence for the shore line. We stared second part of June with great weather.

Patong Bay from Tri Trang Beach on 11 June 2014

The big clouds full or rain arrived from west bringing heavy rains and storms over the Phuket Islands

Karon Beach on 11 June 2014

Surin Beach on 16 June 2014

Now situation is much better and waves are down to normal level for the season. In about ten days we should go in the normal calm and nice weather that July offers.

View ove Loch Palm Golf in Kathu today 20 June 2014

Strong wind then kept blowing during the whole week, specially during the night. still can enjoy a lot of sun during the day. Now it is important to keep attention while swimming from shore. It is time again for rip currents. This situation will stay until October when wind direction will change.

Sign warning about rip currents at Karon Beach

Swimming from Phuket west coast beaches are dangerous during summer, so follow the signs, don't go in the water when red flags are showed and follwo the indication from the beach guards and locals.

Red flag at Kamala Beach in June

Not many people know that the Gulf of Thailand and Koh Samui have opposite weather pattern so now there is time for flat sea, and sunshine. Thailand it is really a year round tourist place, just need to now where and when.

View Point at Ang Tong Marine Park in June

If you are not sure ask us and will happy to give you best suggestion about the place to go.

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Phuket weather update 1st to 10th June 2014

First part of June has passed  with not much changes. Local thunderstorms with heavy rain and lots of sunshine.

Rain coming at Karon Noi Beach

Normally in June strong wind from south west creates perfect conditions for surfing in Phuket. For now surf lovers must wait and enjoy the Surf House in Kata.

Surfing at Kata Beach - not waves yet

So all good for now for any kind of activities,  snorkeling, diving, and specially now is time for rafting in Phang Nga. Streams water level is perfect to enjoy.

But check forecast as weather is due to change soon at the end of this week, bringing heavy rain and strong wind.

Great weather in June 2014 at Kata Beach - Phuket

Look here for next few days Phuket weather forecast.

If like to compare Phuket weather in June year to year have a look to our weather reports.

Phuket Weather in May 2014 from 15th to 31st

During second half of May weather was as expected with some heavy rain storm. Still many good sunny days. What is important that wind is weak resulting is almost flat sea.

The Marine parks are now closed as for every year to let nature rest from tourist and divers and for safety as waves in open sea can be high as three meters as soon wind will blow.

Sea between Phi Phi and Phuket

So we passed from rain and storms as the picture here below takes from our new office building in Kathu

Storm over Phuket Town - Thailand

May monsoon rains over Kathu - Thailand

To clear sky flat sea and a beautiful rainbow as here below during the Phi Phi overnight trip on our leisure boat MV Sai Mai

Sunrise at Bamboo Island - Thailand

Rainbow at Koh Bida Nok - Thailand

As said Marine National Park on Andaman Coast of Thailand are now closed. This is normal and every year on 15th May the official closure is announced. Why the Marine park in Thailand close? First of all weather conditions, in Similan Islands and south of Lanta at hin Deng and Hin Muang the sea conditions can rapidly change. Won't be so nice to be outside the sea with two or three meters waves and may have to stay sheltered fro few days.

Second to allow the beautiful nature there to take a rest from torus, diving and all traffic generated by tourist activities.

They will re open on 15th October or soon after when weather conditions will become more stable with the Winter Monsoon

See you again in October

Can also compare with weather in Phuket in May 2013

Phuket weather in May 2014 from 1st to 14th

It is time again for South west Monsoon, but first of all see what happen during last part of April.

April was surely hot and dry only few thunderstorms and some rain but really not enough to relief from hot temperature and drought. Specialist s said was the driest season in Phuket since 30 years.

Consider that since end of November didn't rain at all. We have enjoyed cool and dry air up to end of March. But as been more windy then normal during the North East Monsoon season. 

So we leave behind the flat sea on Phuket West Coast, as the picture below of Laem Singh Beach

Laem Singh Beach in Phuket

And we came into May with more rainfalls and thunderstorms. During first week they were locally  without wind and the sea was flat during. At least the rain during the night helped to cool the temperature but humidity increased.

Once humidity increases we feel that air is hooter and this was the situation during first week of May, no wind, very hot, best stay out at sea and enjoy the evening breeze on boat.

On the 10th of May the situation changed with first storm coming from west bringing heavy rain and strong wind during the storm. This means that the South West monsoon as kicked in and for few days we will have sunshine alternate to rain and wind. The Sea on West coast will be choppy all day long.

Rain storm cover Kathu Hills - view from our new offices

Can compare with last year situation and have a better idea about weather in Phuket during May so will make easier to plan your holidays.

Time again for Rafting, tubing, enjoy waterfalls and rivers that slowly start to fill in.

May is also a month with a lot of Public holidays, the labor day on 1st of May. Then we had Thailand Coronation day on 5th May. soon followed by the Royal Ploughing Ceremony day on the 9th and close with one of most important religious holidays the Visaka Bucha Day on the 13th of May.

The Visaka Bucha Day falls on 6th Lunar month full Moon and Buddhist celebrate three important milestones in the life of Lord Buddha; birth, enlightenment and death. 

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Phuket Weather Update 17th March / 23rd March 2014

The weather in Phuket at the moment in not very changeable, in fact I don’t think it has changed that much in the last three months. It has gotten a little hotter each week yes, it has rained only once in that time.

Who can complain about that, this is the high season here on the Andaman Coast, and so far, it has been an excellent season, with more and more tourist than ever before coming for the Thai weather, while they escape their own winter blues.

Unfortunately nothing last forever and the weather will soon change accordingly. Next month sees the start of the Thai New Year Festival, otherwise known as Songkran, and for those that have witnessed this quite crazy celebration will agree that how much fun it can be.

The Songkran festival is celebrated on the 13^th until 15^th of April (dates vary very slightly in different provinces of the country) in Thailand as the traditional New Year's Day and is the start of the much wetter monsoon season. Please do not think that it rains all the time after this date, as it does not. Phuket is still a perfect destination for your holidays any time of year.

Latest Weather

Monday 17th March: Max Temp 36 - min Temp 25 degrees very little breezes and some cloud cover. A touch cooler during the late evening time

Tuesday 18^th March: Max Temp 34 – Min temp 26 degrees clear skies for most of the day, meant the evening was a touch cooler but not much.

Wednesday 19^th March: Top Temp 36 degrees down to 23 late night, quite a large difference in temperatures today. In the shade out of the breeze it is very hot in fact stifling at times.

Thursday 20th^th March: Max Temp 35 degrees down to 26 degrees. Today we went to James Bond Island and what great day we always try to do something on a Thursday as it is a little bit less crowded during the week. See below for more details…

Friday 21^th March Max Temp 34 degrees, and a low of 25 again the weather is still very settled no sign of any rain, we did have a drop last week. Must have been a lost and lonely wandering rain cloud because it has not been back to bless us.

Saturday 22^nd March: Max Temp 33 degrees and lows of 21 degrees no rain this week we could do with some now as it is really starting to turn the land light brown, even the coconut trees look like they need a drink or two. To be fair, once it starts raining we will only complain.

Sunday 24^rd March: Max Temp 31 high going down to a milder 25 in the evening. Today we out to Jung Ceylon in Patong beach, it’s a great shopping centre filled with all the latest goods from around the world. You can stay there all day there are loads of place to eat and drink there is massage areas, book shops clothes, it is just like the shopping malls back at home.

Our James Bond and Phang Nga tour

is a great day out for the whole family. Avoid the hustle and bustle of the other and more crowded tours and come with us, as we show you one of the most famous little islands in the country. 

James Bond Island is so called because the movie The Man with the Golden Gun, Starring Roger Moore as 007 (James Bond) and Christopher Lee as Scaramanga his deadly adversary, was partly filmed there.  

Our private sightseeing tour is tailor made for everyone. We will pick you up in the early morning in our own luxurious Mini Bus, and then we will take you to see islands that you would never even dream existed, like Koh Panyee the island built on Stilts in Phang Nga Bay. Then we will whisk you off on a traditional Thai long tail boat through the mangroves and other small land outcrops and islands. 

Included is a detailed tour of the famous Bond island plus lunch is served supported by a Thai menu, after lunch, we will visit other sightseeing areas. All you need to bring with you is a little spending money in case you want to purchase souvenirs, some sun cream, and a hat maybe and of course your camera.

That’s all folks see you all next week, and be sure in the meantime to check our Easy Day website for all the latest tours that you too can join us on.

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Phuket Weather Update 2nd March/ 8^th March 2014

Phuket is a fantastic Island, whether you live here or come on holiday, it is fun in the sun. There is no doubt about that. Here is a great bit of news that involves the children of Phuket's close town Krabi.

PHUKET: ABC Charity, a global art project of kids helping kids, has continued its journey around the world. They are creating the world’s first ever “human alphabet” – each letter made up of 500 children, in 26 different countries – ABC charity does not only help create fantastic memories for children, it will also raise money for a good cause.

Krabi Town Mayor Kiratisak Phukaoluan also supported the project and welcomed ABC Charity to both Krabi and Thailand.

The letter “G” took place in Krabi Thursday, February 13 with 500 children from Klong Ji Lad School taking part. The children had an amazing time and the day was filled with smiles and laughter. The event included music and food, as well as an inspirational speech by ABC Charity founders Ashley Cooper and Filip Cederholm, who reinforced their motto, “Together we can make a difference.”

ABC Charity is currently working its way around the globe creating one letter per country from A to Z. When the alphabet is complete, the letters will be sold as limited edition photo art. The idea is that companies and individuals will buy their name and 100 per cent of the profit will go back to local charities in the participating countries. Behind the project is Canadian Ashley Cooper and Swede Filip Cederholm, who gave up their previous lives to fulfill their dream; doing what they love, while inspiring kids and raising money for charity.

Ashley Cooper and Filip Cederholm were excited about being in Thailand, as Ashley puts it, “I had visited Thailand eight-years ago and knew it was somewhere we had to include in our journey. Not only is it a spectacular location for the letter “G”, the people of Thailand and Krabi in particular have been so kind and welcoming.

“We have had great support from the Mayor of Krabi Mr Keratisuk and his staff, as well as the Krabi Tourism Authority and Klong Ji Lad School. Mr Saratt Kyokong, the owner of the land, has not only given us permission to use the property, he even helped us arrange a crane to take the picture. We have also received great support from the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok. It is because of people like this that we have been able to continue our journey around the world.”

“Once the alphabet is complete we will tour around the world with the exhibition and look forward to coming back to display the letters, both in Krabi and around Thailand” added Ashley

Monday 3^rd March: Max Temp 36 - min Temp 26 degrees no breezes Its getting hotter and drier folks, come tp Phuket and get some much needed sun.

Tuesday 4^th March: Max Temp 36 – Min temp 27 degrees light breezes, very little cloud cover again  temps drop a little early evening .

Wednesday 5^th March: Top Temp 35 degrees down to 21 in the early morning time still another very hot day here on Phuket, I think beer sales may be up this month.

Thursday 6^th March: Max Temp 36 degrees down to 27 degrees. Today we went over to Racha Yai

Friday 7^th March Max Temp 36 degrees, is Phuket the hottest place in the world, no I doubt it but it is the most beautiful, down to an overnight of low 24.

Saturday 8th March: Max Temp 35 degrees today with a night time low of 27 degrees Not doing anything today it has been a busy week what with one thing and another.

Sunday 9th March: Max Temp 35 degrees down to a night time low of 23 degrees no cloud cover just blue skies and beaches what a beautiful day. Tonight we are going to Naka Night Market

Here is two great days you can find on Phuket:

Phuket Wake Park is located in the centre of the Phuket Island, in the beautiful district of Kathu, which is very close to Patong and Kamala. In fact, it is only 20 minutes or so from most of the main tourist resorts on the island. Also it is very conveniently located to Phuket international airport, which is only 30 minute away depending on traffic…

Phuket Fishing Park is Phuket’s best and incidentally only freshwater Monster Fishing Lake! We have over 12 different species from Thailand, America and many other parts of the world. Our fish are exotic monsters; fishing is popular in Thailand…