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Phuket is one of the best beach getaways in Asia that offers mellow weather and warm temperature all year round. The best time to visit the Phuket island is from November to April when the famous Freedom Beach, Banana Beach, Kata Beach, and Kamala Beach are at their best. However, do keep in mind that the rainy season runs from May to October, which is the least crowded time on the island. October is an excellent time to see baby gibbons and celebrations dedicated to the end of Buddist Lent—Wan Ok Phansa. Meanwhile, May is the high season for many tropical fruits, like lychee, mango, longan, and famous durian. It's also time to celebrate the major events in the life of Buddha during Visakha Bucha Day.

38 things to do in Phuket

Tamarind Season

November–February Food

Winter is harvest time for this delicious Thai fruit

Jackfruit Season

October–May Food

Try one of the largest fruits in the world

Windsurfing

November–February Activity

Gain thrilling experience while windsurfing in Phuket

Phuket Pride

June 4, 2023 Event

One of the best LGBT festivals in Southeast Asia

Patong Carnival

early November, 2024 Event

A huge celebration that opens Phuket's peak season

Beach Season

November–May Activity

Enjoy swimming and sunbathing on the most famous beaches of Thailand

Phuket Bike Week

April 19–20, 2024 Event

A week of wild motorbikes roaring all around Phuket

Sailing

all year round Activity

An excellent way to enjoy nature, stunning island landscapes and to take in some quality time with your friends

Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay

December–March Activity

Discover a unique hidden world while visiting Phang Nga Bay

Surfing

April–October Activity

The low season in Phuket is a great time for surfers

Red Turtle Sweet for Hungry Ghost

August 30, 2023 Event

The festival of Hungry Ghost aims to feed all the hungry ancestors as a way to show them how strong they are respected. Typical gift and taste of the holiday is a red turtle cake

Mango Season

March–May Food

In Thai cuisine, mango is a major ingredient, both ripe and unripe. Therefore, aim for its season to get the best taste!

Custard Apple Season

June–August Food

With hard skin that is easy to break with a squeeze and soft flesh inside, the fruit is a total summer delight

Loy Krathong

November 15, 2024 Event

A beautiful festival to make a wish that will come true

Lychee or Litchi Season

April–May Food

Transplanted from South China, lychee used to be a fruit of the emperors

Rose Apple Season

May–June Food

Looking nothing like an apple, the fruit smells like rose when a first bite is taken

Hungry Ghost Festival

August 18, 2024 Event

The generally Chinese festival Por Tor that is very important to the ethnic Chinese in Thai features plenty of activities and special food

Wan Ok Phansa

October 17, 2024 Event

The festival that marks the end of the Buddhist lent is full of celebrations and interesting authentic activities

Mangosteen Season

May–July Food

Known as the queen of fruit, mangosteen or mangkhut has a delicate texture

Pomelo Season

August–October Food

Thai pomelo is very famous, especially among the ethnic Chinese

Songkran Water Festival (Thai New Year)

April 13–April 15 Event

Thai New Year lasts for at least three days, depending on the region, and is one of the most joyful celebrations of the new year worldwide

Oysters Harvest in Phuket

November–April Food

If you fancy oysters, have a taste of them in Phuket province!

Chinese New Year

February 10, 2024 Event

LNY festivities are widely celebrated all over Thailand

Rambutan Season

May–June Food

One of the most beautiful fruits, rambutan has fluffy skin and juicy flesh

Phuket Raceweek

June 26–30, 2024 Event

The yacht racing event that is both huge and international while being cosy and friendly gathering

Durian Season

May–June Food

Durian may not be the most loved fruit, but it is definitely the king of all fruit!

Jujube Season

October–February Food

Pear-shaped and not too big in size, the fruit resembles a yellowish apple with hard skin

Phuket Vegetarian Festival, or Nine Emperor Gods Festival

October 15–23, 2024 Event

One of the most notorious festivals in Thailand that does not have that much common with vegetarianism

Makha Bucha Day

February 24, 2024 Event

One of the holiest days for Buddhists, celebrates the day when 1250 disciples of Buddha gathered for his preaching. The holiday includes one of the most spectacular ceremonies in Buddhism

Longan Season

May–July Food

The fruit that was once transported from China has flourished and become one of the most popular in Thailand

Watching Baby Gibbons

October Nature

Gibbons were once major population in Thailand, but due to illegal hunting and capturing, the amounts of these cute guys have been falling rapidly

Kiteboarding

April–October | November–March Activity

Phuket is Thailand's Mecca for kiteboarders with two major seasons

Visakha Bucha Day

May 5, 2023 Event

The day that marks three most important events in Buddha's life with beautiful ceremonies

Yongchak or Stink Bean Season

May Food

Also known as yongchak, the long twisted bean is smelly in a unique way due to its gas containment

Big Buddha

all year round Activity

The huge white marble statue is visible from everywhere in the south of Phuket

Elephant Sanctuaries

all year round Nature

An ethical and harmless way to interact with elephants

Monkey Hill

all year round Nature

One of the tallest hills of Phuket Town is inhibited by herds of macaques

New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

Wild parties, colorful shows, and amazing fireworks await guests on Patong Beach and in other Phuket locations

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