Thailand

Phuket

Phuket - photo 1

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Phuket in southern Thailand offers tropical, shelf-break diving around the Andaman Sea with access to nearby reefs and multiple small islands. The region is known for clear tropical water, generally gentle currents, and a variety of shallow to intermediate dive sites accessible from Phuket Town and Ao Chalong. Expect coral gardens, small pelagic sightings, and a range of macro life around rocky reefs and pinnacles. Dive centers operate from Phuket and nearby towns, serving recreational divers with boat trips to local reefs and walls. The area suits visitors seeking a convenient tropical diving hub with options for beginners and experienced divers alike.

Essential information for traveling in Thailand

About Thailand

Sea
Andaman Sea, Malacca Strait, Gulf of Thailand a...
Languages
TH
Demonym
Thai
Phone prefix
+66

Practicalities

Currency
THB
Voltage
220
Plug type
Type A, Type C, Type F
Airports
BKK DMK HKT KBV USM

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Cities to dive in the Phuket region

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

The best times to dive in the Phuket region

The best months to dive in Phuket are from January to March. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
28 °C
02 - Feb.
28 °C
03 - Mar.
29 °C
04 - Apr.
28 °C
05 - May
29 °C
06 - Jun.
29 °C
07 - Jul.
29 °C
08 - Aug.
29 °C
09 - Sept.
28 °C
10 - Oct.
28 °C
11 - Nov.
27 °C
12 - Dec.
28 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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