☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 31°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 31°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Phuket in January has an average air temperature of 31°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 9 hours of sunshine per day and 20mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 9 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Phuket is one of the top warm destinations for January holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Phuket stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket | 31°C | 28°C | 20mm | 9h |
| Krabi | 31°C | 28°C | 30mm | 9h |
| Diani Beach | 30°C | 28°C | 25mm | 9h |
| Fiji | 30°C | 28°C | 290mm | 6h |
| Goa | 32°C | 27°C | 0mm | 10h |
| Langkawi | 30°C | 28°C | 30mm | 8h |
See how Phuket's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Phuket in January has average temperatures of 31°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
January is an excellent time to visit Phuket with warm weather and 9 hours of daily sunshine.
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