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Koh Tao

Island · Surat Thani, 🇹🇭 Thailand
Population 1,382
Area 18 km²
Time zone Asia/Bangkok
Koh Tao

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Ko Tao Essentials

Ko Tao Essentials highlights the island's geographical landmarks, from the secluded Freedom Beach to the panoramic John-Suwan Viewpoint overlooking Chalok Baan Kao Bay. The selection includes snorkeling hubs like Mango Bay and the rock-jumping site at Ao Tanote. It covers accessible coastal spots like Sai Nuan Beach and elevated terraces such as Love Koh Tao. These locations provide perspectives of the western coastline, the neighboring Koh Nang Yuan, and the sunset views from the Sky Bar decks.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: February

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Typical weather in January

Good
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 24°–27°
  • 26° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 26° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in March

Good
  • 27° (feels like 30°) · extremes 25°–29°
  • 27° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 28° (feels like 32°) · extremes 26°–30°
  • 28° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 29° (feels like 32°) · extremes 27°–30°
  • 28° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 31°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 26°–30°
  • 27° at night
  • 28 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 30°) · extremes 26°–29°
  • 27° at night
  • 30 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 30°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 26°–29°
  • 27° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 26°–29°
  • 27° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 27° (feels like 30°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 27° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 27° (feels like 29°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 27° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 29°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in December

Fair
  • 27° (feels like 28°) · extremes 25°–28°
  • 26° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 7 · high

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Thai Baht THB ฿ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
191 Police
Electricity
Type A / Type B / Type C / Type O
220 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Thai
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+66
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Tours & Activities

Ao Muang (Mango Bay)
Drive
Freedom Beach
Walk
John-Suwan Mountain Viewpoint (view on ao Chalok and ao thian beach)

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