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Unfortunately visitors
are sometimes incorrectly informed about Koh Samui's seasons prior
to their departure. Not everyone is aware for example, that we do
not have the same rainy season as does Phuket.
This is because Koh Samui is situated on the Gulf coast and faces
east, and feels the effect of the Northeast monsoon.
January - February
is the cool season, temperatures average a pleasant
79°F, 26°C. This is generally the best time to visit as
it is not too hot.
March - May is the hot season, the temperature
starts warming up, it has been known to reach 40°C There is
generally less rain during these months.
June - September generally speaking, between
these months, most days will be filled with sun, except for the
occasional downpour, which usually doesn't last long.
October - December frequent showers
(not monsoons) come in October, and last until sometime around mid
December, when the weather generally clears up with extended periods
of dry and often sunny weather. Water sports enthusiasts should
note that the sea can get rough at this time, and visibility can
be affected.
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Another typical day on the tropical
island of
Koh Samui. |
The above information acts as a general guide
of the normal weather patterns, and there are always exceptions
to the rule - storms in the dry season or weeks of dry weather in
the wet season.
For more information and the latest weather forecast
for Koh Samui
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