Koh Lanta, ThailandQuick decision
When to visit Koh Lanta?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
25°C–32°C in February
🌧 Least rain
23% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
May (87%)
📅 Best score
7.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Deserted BeachesNovember–April — Long Beach, Kantiang Bay and Ba Kan Tieng.
DivingNovember–April — Koh Haa, Hin Daeng and Hin Muang.
Mangroves & KayakingNovember–April — Mu Ko Lanta national park, sea kayaking.
FamilyDecember–March — safe beaches, relaxed pace and affordable prices.
Monthly climate data
Koh Lanta weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 31°C | 36% | 2.4 | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| ☀️ February | 25°C | 32°C | 23% | 1.0 | 11.1h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 26°C | 32°C | 33% | 1.8 | 11.2h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ April | 26°C | 31°C | 69% | 4.3 | 11.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 26°C | 30°C | 87% | 8.3 | 10.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 30°C | 76% | 7.9 | 10.5h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 30°C | 73% | 6.6 | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 29°C | 82% | 8.1 | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 29°C | 84% | 10.8 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 25°C | 29°C | 87% | 10.7 | 9.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 25°C | 29°C | 86% | 8.1 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 25°C | 30°C | 51% | 4.1 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°C, 63% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°C, 77% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°C, 86% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 31°C, 37% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 23% rainy days and 32°C.
May is the wettest month with 87% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 32°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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