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Ko Samui in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Ko Samui in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Ko Samui, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Ko Samui in August 2024

OK Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
Ko Samui in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +81°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 11 rainy days with an average precipitation of 85 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
85 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
20 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ko Samui has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Ko Samui in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ko Samui for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +81°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +84°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +81°F.

Is Ko Samui warm or cold in August?

Ko Samui is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +77°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Ko Samui:

Climate in Ko Samui in August

Ko Samui weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+81°F+81°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+68°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+91°F+90°F
Rainfall
81 mm85 mm141 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
77%77%79%
Air pressure
1007 HPa1007 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
202013
Rainy days
111117
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +81°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 81 mm to 85 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Ko Samui in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Ko Samui is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Ko Samui based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 71 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Ko Samui wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 57% chance of precipitation and 276 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 30 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Ko Samui?

This is the weather in Ko Samui in August 2023:
1 August
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+80°F
2 August
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+80°F
3 August
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+81°F
4 August
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+81°F
5 August
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+82°F
6 August
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+82°F
7 August
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+82°F
8 August
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+81°F
9 August
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+82°F
10 August
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+83°F
11 August
☀️
+83°F
12 August
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+83°F
13 August
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+82°F
14 August
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+81°F
15 August
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+82°F
16 August
🌧️
+80°F
17 August
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+81°F
18 August
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+81°F
19 August
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+82°F
20 August
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+82°F
21 August
🌧️
+82°F
22 August
☀️
+83°F
23 August
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+81°F
24 August
☀️
+82°F
25 August
☀️
+81°F
26 August
🌧️
+81°F
27 August
☀️
+81°F
28 August
☀️
+81°F
29 August
🌧️
+78°F
30 August
☀️
+81°F
31 August
☀️
+81°F
In August 2023 Ko Samui had 25 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Ko Samui climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Ko Samui in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+84°F) and the highest in 2012 (+88°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 27 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 195 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ko Samui in August:

Is August a good time to visit Ko Samui?

It’s always a good time to visit Ko Samui, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Ko Samui in August?

August is warm in Ko Samui. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Ko Samui rainy in August?

Ko Samui is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Ko Samui in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ko Samui in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Thailand

Check out the weather for other cities in Thailand.

Monthly weather in Ko Samui

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ko Samui, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.