January · Thailand
Best time to visit Khao Sok National Park in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Khao Sok National Park in January
Average temperature 25°C, 49 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Khao Sok National Park scores 7.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 25°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Khao Sok is southern Thailand's ancient rainforest of Cheow Lan lake floating bungalows and hornbill calls. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January: the best month of the year in Khao Sok National Park
January averages 25°C (76°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 49 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Khao Sok National Park at 7.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Khao Sok National Park in January?
- In January, Khao Sok National Park averages 25°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Khao Sok National Park?
- January earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Khao Sok National Park in January?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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