Thailand Phuket Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Phuket is moderate
July is moderate for Phuket.
July brings European summer school holidays — a paradox of monsoon weather + heavy European tourist demand. Hotel pricing rises mid-month as families from UK, Germany, France, Russia, and Scandinavia arrive on package holidays. Phi Phi tour reliability still 60-75% (slightly better than June). Sea conditions identical to June.
Pattern unchanged from June: morning clear → afternoon storm → evening recovery. Phang Nga Bay still the better-reliability boat option. Luxury 5-star resorts back to mid-shoulder pricing (+15-25% vs June trough).
Travel score
European summer holidays + monsoon paradox month
July Weather at a Glance
July averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 77°F / 25°C lows with 16 rainy days and 230mm rainfall. Humidity 80%. UV 10. Sunshine 6 hours (year's low alongside September). Sea 28°C rough on west coast. Daily monsoon pattern: clear mornings, heavy afternoon storms, recovery evenings.
July Travel Advice
European family resort demand drives mid-shoulder hotel pricing — book 3-4 weeks ahead for Karon + Kata family resorts. Phi Phi morning-only departures recommended. Khao Phansa (varies, mid-July) atmospheric at Wat Chalong. Mosquito repellent essential — monsoon peak.
Flying In from Overseas
European summer school holidays drive heavy inbound demand from UK, Germany, France, Scandinavia, Russia. Direct flights from London $700-1,100 (peak), Frankfurt $650-1,000, Moscow $500-800. Korean rainy season + Japan rainy season keep Asia outbound low. Australian winter shoulder.
July Pricing Trends
Mid-shoulder pricing: Patong 4-star $60-130/night, Karon family $90-200, Trisara luxury $700-2,000. Phi Phi day tour $55-90. European family resort + spa stays drive premium kid-friendly category.
Phuket July Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
16
230mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
28°C
swimming rough
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
27°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Europeans = more dining + nightlife open
- Khao Phansa Buddhist atmospheric
- Mid-shoulder pricing
Cons
- European family resort crowds
- Same monsoon pattern as June
- Phi Phi 25-35% cancellations
July Events & Festivals
- European summer holiday peak
- Asalha Puja (Buddhist holiday, mid-July)
- Khao Phansa (Buddhist Lent starts, mid-July)
Phuket in July — Full Picture
July brings European summer school holidays — a paradox of monsoon weather + heavy European tourist demand. Hotel pricing rises mid-month as families from UK, Germany, France, Russia, and Scandinavia arrive on package holidays. Phi Phi tour reliability still 60-75% (slightly better than June). Sea conditions identical to June.
Pattern unchanged from June: morning clear → afternoon storm → evening recovery. Phang Nga Bay still the better-reliability boat option. Luxury 5-star resorts back to mid-shoulder pricing (+15-25% vs June trough).
Buddhist Lent (Khao Phansa, varies, mid-July) starts the 3-month observance period — temple visits more atmospheric, candle ceremonies at Wat Chalong on full moon. Family resort kids' clubs are full of European children.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as June — quick-dry, rain shell, reef-safe sunscreen, bug repellent. Hat + sunglasses between storms.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
33°C
25.3°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current31°C
25°C
16/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31°C
24°C
16.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
32°C
24°C
4/mo
Phuket Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 32° | 24° | 3d·30mm | 9h | 73% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 25° | 2d·20mm | 9h | 72% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 33° | 25° | 5d·50mm | 9h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| 34° | 26° | 9d·100mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 16d·230mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 15d·220mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 16d·230mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 17d·240mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 18d·270mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 18d·280mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 13d·180mm | 7h | 78% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 31° | 23° | 7d·80mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
View Other Months
Phuket July Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Phuket?
Phuket in July is moderate. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Phuket in July?
Phuket July averages a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Phuket in July?
Phuket July averages 230mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Phuket in July?
Same as June — quick-dry, rain shell, reef-safe sunscreen, bug repellent. Hat + sunglasses between storms.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Phuket in July?
Phuket July sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 18:45, with 12h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Phuket in July?
Phuket July air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Phuket in July?
In July, Phuket is great for Phang Nga Bay, Big Buddha, Wat Chalong full-moon ceremony.
Is July peak season in Phuket?
Phuket July crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Best Months to Visit Phuket
View Other Months
Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.