Phuket Weather in July

July: wet and warm

Phuket in July feels warm, sticky and often cloudy. The high is 29°C, and rain falls on 28 days, with 276 mm across the month. Showers can interrupt a beach day, while rough seas and strong currents make swimming risky on west-coast beaches such as Patong and Kata. Pay attention to red flags and stay out of the water when they're raised.

There's little sunshine, so don't count on a full day of sunbathing. Phuket Old Town works better for a flexible day: duck into the Thai Hua Museum or pause for coffee when rain arrives. If you're keen to hike, wet paths can make trails slippery, so keep plans easy to change.

Events and quieter streets

Phuket RaceWeek, a sailing event based around Cape Panwa, is usually held in July. Its dates can vary, so check the event schedule before making it the focus of your trip. July is also part of the southwest monsoon season, not a reliable month for calm sea trips.

If you hate crowds, July is a quieter choice than the busy high season around December and January. It's low season, so hotels and tours often cost less than in peak months. Rain can still disrupt boat trips, though, and savings won't help if your plans depend on clear seas.

Make the most of a shower

Travelling with kids? Keep a rainy-day option near Phuket Old Town, where you can explore colourful Sino-Portuguese streets between showers. The weather can change quickly, so avoid building your whole day around a long boat outing.

For a practical local tip, ask your hotel about sea conditions before heading to Rassada Pier for a ferry. If the crossing looks rough, spend the day around Phuket Town instead. June is almost as wet, while August is wetter, so July sits in the middle of a rainy stretch.