Best Time To Visit Khao Lak

Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak

In Khao Lak

With a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide people for its authentic southern Thai cuisine, Nai Mueang is well worth a visit. For anyone who’d like to recreate some of those dishes at home, this quirky little restaurant also runs regular cookery classes that will appeal to food-loving couples and honeymooners. Your morning starts with a visit to the restaurant's herb and vegetable garden where you'll pick your ingredients. You’ll learn about Thai herbs, cooking techniques and vegetable carving, before getting busy preparing the food itself under the guidance of one of the chefs. You’ll end the session by sitting down in the delightful retro-themed dining room to eat what you’ve prepared for lunch.

• Duration: half day
• Time: 10am to 2pm
• Daily departures
• Operates year round
• Private experience

Good to know
Bring insect repellent, money for tips and a notebook for jotting down extra information about the various techniques you’ll be taught.

Similan Islands Cruise fom Khao Lak

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Fringed by powder-soft beaches lapped by crystal-clear azure waters, the Similan Islands are everyone’s idea of a tropical paradise. You’ll spend a day travelling by speedboat and taking in their natural charms, above and below the waves, with plenty of opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and hiking. The first port of call is the wonderfully named Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan, where there’ll be time to climb up to the curiously shaped granite boulder known as Sail Rock to take in the views. After a stop to check out the colourful world underwater, you’ll drop anchor at Koh Similan. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the picture-perfect sands of Princess Bay before following the short nature trail to Honeymoon Bay, a stunning spot where you can swim or sunbathe. There’s one final stop at either Koh Similan or Koh Bon for a snorkelling session over a pristine coral reef teeming with life before you head, reluctantly, back to the mainland.

• Duration: full day
• Time: 6am to 4.30pm
• Daily departures
• Operates November-April
• Group experience

Good to know
You’ll need to provide a copy of your passport at time of booking to comply with new Similan Islands National Park regulations. The trip is suitable for all except children under four, those who are physically challenged and pregnant women. Travel is by speedboat.

Surin Islands Cruise from Khao Lak

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A cluster of tiny specks of land adrift in the Andaman Sea, the Surin Islands have an unspoiled beauty that will enchant everyone who comes here. After an early start, you’ll reach Ao Mae Yai, a picturesque bay on the main island of Ko Surin Nuea blessed with a sweep of white sand and calm, clear waters - it’s a perfect spot for snorkelling. From here, you’ll cruise past a tiny village that houses the Moken, sea nomads who traditionally lived from and on the sea between Thailand and Burma, and who have a fascinating history. Ashore, a 2km trail through the jungle leads to the National Park’s rustic restaurant overlooking another sheltered beach, where you’ll enjoy a leisurely lunch. There’s just time before heading back to the mainland for another snorkelling stop and, in season, for a whale shark watching session.

• Duration: full day
• Time: 6am to 4.30pm
• Departs Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
• Operates November-April
• Group experience

Good to know
The itinerary is not completely set in stone, as the choice of snorkelling spots depends on conditions on the day.

Avoid The Crowds Phi Phi Island Cruise from Khao Lak

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Make an early getaway to Koh Phi Phi to enjoy this scenic archipelago in the Andaman Sea at its tranquil best. Travelling by speedboat, you’ll arrive first at Koh Khai, a tiny island tucked away in Phang Nga Bay. Here, you’ll stop to take in the powder-soft white beach lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters and have a serene swim surrounded by tropical fish. On arrival at Koh Phi Phi, you’ll make for stunning Ao Pileh lagoon on the second-largest island, whose emerald waters are a delight for photographers and snorkellers alike. Other sights include the so-called “Viking Cave” which owes its nickname to the images of different types of boats - including one that looks like a Viking longboat - painted on its walls, and Monkey Beach, home to a colony of long-tailed macaques. After lunch, on the way back to port, there’s a final stop at low-lying Bamboo Island to snorkel along pristine coral reef: the perfect finale to a scenic adventure that will appeal to all.

• Duration: full day
• Time: 6.30am to 6pm
• Daily departures
• Operates year round
• Group experience

Good to know
This trip is not recommended for the under fours, the over 70s and pregnant women.

Best time to visit Khao Lak

Khao Lak is warm all year round with an average temperature of 28⁰C-29⁰C. The peak season in Khao Lak is between November and February when the climate is drier and slightly cooler, making this the best time to visit for sunshine, water activities and beach weather. The wet season is the low season, when the south-west monsoon brings higher levels of rainfall and humidity between May and October. For travellers who don’t mind taking a chance on the weather, the best value offers can be found during the low season and there are fewer crowds, too. It’s worth packing a light waterproof in low season in case you’re caught out in a downpour, although these often clear up quickly and can end in a warm, sunny day. For diving and snorkelling, the Similan and Surin National Marine Parks can be visited from mid-October to mid-May – they're closed for conservation during other months. Here’s our month-by-month guide on what you can expect.

Khao Lak Weather

Best time to go

Dec - Mar

January

26°c

February

27°c

March

27°c

April

27°c

May

27°c

June

27°c

July

26°c

August

26°c

September

26°c

October

26°c

November

26°c

December

26°c

Khao Lak Weather by Month

Khao Lak in January
January is one of the best months to visit Khao Lak. There are nine hours of sunshine every day, and days are pleasantly warm with an average temperature of 28⁰C while evenings are cool. Sporadic rain is expected in any month thanks to the tropical climate; however January is one of the driest months in Khao Lak. It’s one of the best months to go snorkelling or diving too, with sea temperatures of around 27⁰C and good visibility of up to 30 metres in the Similan and Surin Islands. Khao Sok National Park’s stunning rainforest and lake is easily reached from Khao Lak in just two hours, with January a great time to visit for generally dry weather.

Khao Lak in February
Khao Lak in February is warm and dry, making it another great month to visit. Average temperatures fall between 23⁰C-34⁰C and as one of the driest months in Khao Lak, there is only a small amount of rainfall during days that are otherwise sunny with blue skies. February is another ideal month for snorkelling and diving in the Similan and Surin Islands. Khao Sok National Park remains generally dry in February.

Khao Lak in March
March is warm and sunny in Khao Lak, with a slight increase in rainfall and humidity. Temperatures average at 29⁰C and the odd thunderstorm can bring some afternoon showers. Sea temperatures are warm at 28⁰C and there are good conditions for snorkelling and diving with likely sightings of manta rays. Khao Sok National Park is more humid.

Khao Lak in April
April in Khao Lak is the end of the dry season, when days are hot and humid. There’s a chance of thunderstorms and heavy showers combined with 8 hours of sunshine a day. Average temperatures range between 24⁰C-34⁰C and sea temperatures are around 29⁰C. April is the last full month for snorkeling and diving in the Surin and Similan Islands. The Thai New Year, Songkran, is a three-day national celebration in April, most notably marked by the huge street water fights – a welcome refreshment from the scorching heat.

Khao Lak in May
May is wet and humid in Khao Lak as the south-west monsoon brings the start of the wet season for most of Thailand. Temperatures are warm at 25⁰C-33⁰C and there are six hours of sunshine a day. There’s a high chance of rainfall with a mix of sunny and cloudy days. During the wet season, hotels may advise against swimming in the sea due to rough conditions and the Surin and Similan Islands close between May and October for conservation. It’s a great time to take advantage of some great-value offers as the low season begins. Khao Sok National Park is lush and green with the arrival of increased rainfall, although trekking paths may be slippery and the jungle will feel particularly humid.

Khao Lak in June
Khao Lak is warm in June with a high chance of rainfall. Days are warm with an average temperature of 29⁰C. It will feel humid and frequent showers are likely, and rough sea conditions mean swimming may not be recommended (signalled by a red flag on your resort beach). Khao Sok National Park is wet and humid. For better beach and diving weather, it’s worth considering islands like Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand, which doesn’t experience the south-west monsoon’s rainy conditions.

Khao Lak in July
Khao Lak’s weather in July is warm and wet. The average temperature is around 29⁰C and heavy showers are expected inconsistently throughout the month. Wet season on the Andaman coast brings rougher sea conditions, so swimming is not always advisable. Koh Samui and Koh Phangan on the east coast are better alternatives for dry and sunny weather this month. Khao Sok National Park is warm with a high chance of rainfall.

Khao Lak in August
August is wet and warm in Khao Lak, with average temperatures of between 25⁰C and 32⁰C. Rainfall is unpredictable but expected throughout the month. Most of Thailand is wet in August; for sunshine in South-East Asia, Bali promises much better weather.

Khao Lak in September
September is usually one of the wettest months in Khao Lak. High levels of humidity mean thunderstorms and plenty of rainfall, while temperatures remain warm between 24⁰C and 32⁰C. Khao Sok National Park is particularly wet this month. For sunny beach weather, Bali is a great alternative in South-East Asia.

Khao Lak in October
Weather in Khao Lak is warm in October as the wet season comes to an end. Levels of rainfall ease off and you can expect a mixture of showers and sunshine. Weather is warm at 28⁰C and there are 6 hours of sunshine a day. If you don’t mind the possibility of rain – which is unpredictable but usually comes in short showers and dries up soon after – you can enjoy fewer crowds and good-value offers in this last month of the low season. The Surin and Similan Islands open for snorkelling and diving in mid-October too. Khao Sok National Park is still quite wet although there can be alternating spells of sunny days and rain.

Khao Lak in November
November is a great month to visit Khao Lak. The weather is more comfortable as humidity levels drop and there is only a little rainfall. There are 7 hours of sunshine every day and temperatures are warm at around 28⁰C. Most of Thailand’s weather is generally much more mild and drier, so it’s a good time to combine Khao Lak with sightseeing in Bangkok or Chiang Mai.

Khao Lak in December
Khao Lak’s weather is excellent in December. There is only a small chance of rainfall – as found with any tropical climate – and plenty of sunshine (8 hours a day). Humidity levels are lower and days are wonderfully warm with average highs of 32⁰C. December is a busy month in Thailand as visitors take advantage of the great weather across the country. It’s also the best time to start diving and snorkelling in the Similan and Surin Islands, when the sea is calmer and warm at 27⁰C.

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