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Best time to visit Koh Phangan

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The best months to visit Koh Phangan are Dec – Mar. Dry season, calm seas, ideal beaches.

Quick facts

🕐 Timezone ICT (UTC+7) No DST
☀️ Best Months Dec – Mar Dry season, calm seas, ideal beaches

When to go

Because Dec – Mar is the most popular window to visit Koh Phangan, accommodation and flights fill up fastest then — book a few weeks ahead to lock in better rates and availability. If you prefer fewer crowds, the shoulder weeks on either side of this window are often quieter while staying pleasant. Check the full Koh Phangan guide for packing tips and month-by-month detail before you travel.

Timezone: ICT (UTC+7) (No DST)

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Koh Phangan?

The best months to visit Koh Phangan are Dec – Mar — Dry season, calm seas, ideal beaches, which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Koh Phangan budget breakdown.

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