Best Time to Visit Surat Thani, Surat Thani, Thailand
Surat Thani is at its sunniest and driest in February.
The best time to visit Surat Thani for sunny, dry weather is February — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–August and January–April; the wetter half falls in May and September–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.1°C / 79°F in December to 28.9°C / 84°F in April, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in (February) to 338 mm / 13.3 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Surat Thani, Surat Thani, Thailand's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Surat Thani's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 27.1°C80.8°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Surat Thani?
The best time to visit Surat Thani for sunny, dry weather is February. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 28.9°C / 84°F, and the driest is February with about 26 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Surat Thani's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Surat Thani?
The rainy season at Surat Thani, Surat Thani runs through May and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 140 mm / 5.5 in. The wettest single month is November (338 mm / 13.3 in).
What is the driest month in Surat Thani?
The driest month in Surat Thani is February, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.1°C / 80.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Surat Thani?
The least comfortable months for travel to Surat Thani — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 338 mm / 13.3 in in November, and the coldest month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
Is Surat Thani climate different from Thailand overall?
Yes, usually. Our Surat Thani figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Thailand figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Surat Thani specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.