Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ko Phi Phi Leh, Thailand

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Ko Phi Phi Leh...

Ko Phi Phi Leh is a beach in Thailand. The water temperature around Ko Phi Phi Leh is steady year round. The temperature ranges from 27.5°C (81.4°F) in August up to 30°C (86°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Ko Phi Phi Leh is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Ko Phi Phi Leh?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Ko Phi Phi Leh is about:

Are there surf spots near by?

Not many surf spots are in proximity to Ko Phi Phi Leh. A spot that might be worth checking out is Asu, which is almost 481.1km (298.8miles) away from Ko Phi Phi Leh. Click here for directions and for more information on Asu and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also try Bawa, which is roughly 484.6km (301miles) away from Ko Phi Phi Leh. Another good surfspot is Bawa, located approximately 484.6km (301miles) from Ko Phi Phi Leh.

Are there any other beaches close by?

There are other beautiful beaches in close proximity to Ko Phi Phi Leh. The nearest one is Ko Phi Phi Don, which is only 4.6km (2.8miles) away from Ko Phi Phi Leh. Another beach near Ko Phi Phi Leh is Ao Nang, which is ca 25km (15.5miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Ko Phi Phi Leh?

The average sea temperature at Ko Phi Phi Leh is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with no significant changes during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Ko Phi Phi Leh. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Ko Phi Phi Leh can be remarkably strong.

How is the diving and fishing near Ko Phi Phi Leh?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions change very little during the year. The waters at Ko Phi Phi Leh are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish like to roam around in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Ko Phi Phi Leh: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Ko Phi Phi Leh...

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