The month in detail
What to expect in January
January is peak dry season in Koh Chang. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (13% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if December (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 2 out of 12 months in Koh Chang. Compared to December: 5 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Koh Chang is December (9.1/10), 0.2 pt higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Thailand
🗣️LanguageThai
💶CurrencyThai Baht (฿)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 81%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Koh Chang ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ThailandTropical climate with a 9.1 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.07°N · 102.33°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Koh Chang?
December is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of December & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Koh Chang get in December?
Koh Chang averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in December. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Koh Chang?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Koh Chang in December?
In December, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Koh Chang good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Koh Chang scores 8.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains December with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Koh Chang?
August is the most difficult month to visit Koh Chang, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Koh Chang in January?
In January, the sea averages 28°C in Koh Chang: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Koh Chang in January?
The average UV index reaches 7 in January in Koh Chang (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.