If you plan to visit Phuket in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 127 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
127 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phuket has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Phuket in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phuket for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +84°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +86°F.
Is Phuket warm or cold in April?
Phuket is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +81°F to +81°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
April is one of the warmest months in Phuket, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Phuket in April
Water in Phuket in April is Very warm. It varies from +84°F to +89°F, with an average of +87°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +86°F.
The water temperature in April is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Phuket are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +87°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +83°F.
Can you swim in Phuket in April?
You can definitely swim in Phuket in April, the water is very warm (+87°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Phuket in April
Phuket weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+86°F
+86°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+75°F
+75°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+99°F
+100°F
+99°F
Rainfall
71 mm
127 mm
218 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+85°F
+87°F
+87°F
Humidity
76%
79%
81%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
4
1
0
Cloudy days
8
4
2
Rainy days
15
16
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +86°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 71 mm to 127 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in March to 1 in April.
Wind speed in Phuket in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Phuket is gradually decreasing during April, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Phuket based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 37% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Phuket wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 81% chance of precipitation and 269 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Phuket?
This is the weather in Phuket in April 2023:
1 April
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+85°F
2 April
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+85°F
3 April
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+85°F
4 April
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+85°F
5 April
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+85°F
6 April
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+84°F
7 April
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+85°F
8 April
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+85°F
9 April
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+84°F
10 April
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+84°F
11 April
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+85°F
12 April
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+84°F
13 April
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+85°F
14 April
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+84°F
15 April
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+85°F
16 April
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+85°F
17 April
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+85°F
18 April
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+85°F
19 April
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+85°F
20 April
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+85°F
21 April
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+84°F
22 April
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+85°F
23 April
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+84°F
24 April
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+84°F
25 April
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+85°F
26 April
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+85°F
27 April
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+85°F
28 April
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+85°F
29 April
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+85°F
30 April
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+86°F
In April 2023 Phuket had 5 sunny days, 24 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Phuket climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Phuket in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1994 (+82°F) and the highest in 2019 (+91°F). The driest year was 1981 with only 1340 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 2500 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phuket in April:
Is April a good time to visit Phuket?
It’s always a good time to visit Phuket, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Phuket in April?
April is warm in Phuket. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Phuket in April?
Yes, you can swim in Phuket in April, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +87°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Phuket rainy in April?
Phuket is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Phuket in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Phuket in April, 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.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phuket, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.