The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Koh Phi Phi sees 82°F during the day with 7.0h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (6.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Koh Phi Phi. Compared to November: 26 pts fewer rainy days, +2.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 36
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Koh Phi Phi is January (6.1/10), 0.3 pt higher than December.
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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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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 typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 54%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Koh Phi Phi ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ThailandEquatorial tropical climate with a 6.1 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
7.74°N · 98.78°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Koh Phi Phi?
February is the best month with 84°F highs, 77°F lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Koh Phi Phi get in February?
Koh Phi Phi averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Koh Phi Phi?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Koh Phi Phi in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Koh Phi Phi good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Koh Phi Phi scores 5.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 6.1/10.
When should you avoid Koh Phi Phi?
October is the most difficult month to visit Koh Phi Phi, with October 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 Phi Phi in December?
In December, the sea averages 84°F in Koh Phi Phi: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Koh Phi Phi in December?
The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Koh Phi Phi (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.