January · Thailand
Best time to visit Koh Phi Phi in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Koh Phi Phi in January
Average temperature 28°C, 87 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 87 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Koh Phi Phi scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 28°C, 87 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Koh Phi Phi pairs limestone cliffs and turquoise bays with the busy village of Tonsai.
January in Koh Phi Phi — reliably good (3rd best month)
Days in January average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 87 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and 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 Koh Phi Phi in January?
- In January, Koh Phi Phi averages 28°C, 87 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Koh Phi Phi?
- January earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Koh Phi Phi in January?
- Expect about 87 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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