Koh Phi Phi · WinterMonth summary
Koh Phi Phi weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 28°C
🌧 Rainy days
30% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Koh Phi Phi in January?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want great weather for all activities.
❌ No if: you're on a tight budget — prices are higher during peak season.
Our take: January is a good time to visit Koh Phi Phi. February remains slightly better (+0.1 pts).
By trip type
Koh Phi Phi in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in January
🎯 Good diving season — comfortable water temperature and satisfactory visibility Even in winter, Koh Phi Phi enjoys 28°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.5/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 28°C | 30% | 1.9 | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ February | 25°C | 29°C | 23% | 0.8 | 11.1h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 26°C | 29°C | 31% | 1.6 | 11.2h | 8.2/10 |
| ⛅ April | 27°C | 29°C | 68% | 4.3 | 11.2h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | 26°C | 29°C | 84% | 8.1 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 29°C | 70% | 6.8 | 10.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 29°C | 65% | 6.2 | 10.3h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 28°C | 73% | 7.2 | 10.3h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 28°C | 76% | 8.6 | 9.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 26°C | 28°C | 88% | 9.1 | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 25°C | 28°C | 85% | 7.6 | 9.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 25°C | 28°C | 50% | 3.7 | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Koh Phi Phi averages 28°C, 30% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.4/10.
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Comparison
January vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Koh Phi Phi in January
Is January a good time to visit Koh Phi Phi?
January is an excellent time to visit Koh Phi Phi (score 8.4/10). With 28°C, 11.0h of sunshine and 30% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Koh Phi Phi in January?
With 28°C and 11.0h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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