As with choosing where to stay in Phuket, choosing the best time to visit depends on personal preferences and budget.
Phuket is an all year round holiday destination but there is a "dry season" where consistently fine weather draws by far the largest number of tourists.
However, good weather is possible at any time of year and Phuket during the less busy months can still provide a wonderful tropical vacation but for a lot less money than going in the high season. Air fares are much lower and, with "discount-wars" occurring among the Phuket resorts, its possible to get even luxury accommodation at less than half the high season price.
Which time of year is best for you to visit Phuket? The following describes some positive and negative aspects of each month along with detailed weather statistics, to help you decide.