Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Mueang Phuket, Thailand

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Mueang Phuket...

Mueang Phuket is a coastal city in Thailand. The water temperature around Mueang Phuket has low variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 27.6°C (81.6°F) in February up to 30.2°C (86.3°F) in the month of April, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is spring, since Mueang Phuket 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 near Mueang Phuket?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Mueang Phuket is approximately:

Are there surf spots close to Mueang Phuket?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Mueang Phuket. A spot, which is not too far away, is Asu, which is more than 488.6km (303.5miles) away from Mueang Phuket. Click here for directions and to check out 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 492.3km (305.7miles) away from Mueang Phuket. Another good surfspot is Bawa, located 492.3km (305.7miles) from Mueang Phuket.

Are there beaches near by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Mueang Phuket. One beach, which is not too far away, is Phuket, which is just 6.4km (4miles) away from Mueang Phuket. Another good beach near Mueang Phuket is Ko Phi Phi Don, which is ca 29.5km (18.3miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness is needed for Mueang Phuket?

The average water temperature around Mueang Phuket is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with only little changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Mueang Phuket. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UV protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Mueang Phuket can be remarkably strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Mueang Phuket?

Fishing and diving conditions stay very constant throughout the year. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77-86°F). The following fish like to hang out in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Mueang Phuket: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Mueang Phuket...

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