With so many outdoor attractions enticing visitors to this charming province of Krabi on the west coast of southern Thailand, a little understanding of the climatic and weather patterns stands you in good stead. Weather forecasts may sound all gloom and doom during some periods when you read online, however, it does not mean rains will pour the whole day. With over 120 offshore islands to explore during your visit take note of the dry and wet periods to plan your visit.

Image via Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort

With temperatures ranging from 27C to 36C, the months of April and May are considered the hottest months in Krabi. Despite being hot and humid, short and heavy thundershowers happen during this period with strong winds which bring welcome relief to visitors at Ao Nang beach hotels.

With the glorious sunshine soaking the beaches and putting a welcome tan on visitors from April, towards mid-April between 13-15 April is the Thai New Year (Songkran) a huge countrywide festival involving many activities. The most interesting one with tourists getting involved is the shooting of water at anyone, it is not merely for fun, it has a deep meaning of washing away any bad luck as the new year dawns. A great experience if you happen to be in Krabi.

By June and July, the strong winds die down, skies become clearer. By July and August Krabi is cooler and many favourite attractions are not crowded, the locals go about happily and everything is less pricey during this period.

The best time to visit Krabi which is also the high or peak season is November to March. The weather is mild at 28C with lovely cool breezes keeping everyone and everything cooler with lots of visitors arriving at hotels such as Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort.

The best months in this season are December and January with crowds of people flocking to Krabi. The rates of food and lodging go up during this peak period as do flights to Krabi and back as locals want to optimize their gains during these peak months.

However, if your wish is to savour the beaches and do a bit of island hopping this is a perfect time to savour all the beauty and make the most of your days here.

A couple of rainy days may occur here and there however most days remain dry making island hopping, lounging by the beach, experiencing the majestic limestone cliffs or picnics by the beach a favourite pass time of visitors.

Signs of umbrellas and raincoats become noticeable from September to October heralding frequent showers whilst the period commencing June to October is the wet season. Water sports and other outdoor activities come to a halt.

For those brave visitors who want to experience this period in Krabi the hotels may offer many attractive deals, outdoor restaurants and street food will be more reasonable, and beaches gloriously uncrowded offering a new relaxed atmosphere all around. The locals will be friendlier as the crowds are less, shopping will be cheaper and the greenery will be clean and sparkling.

Since crowds are remarkably less, this is also an ideal time for couples or families with children to enjoy quality time together in privacy and at very affordable rates. They can still have activities, do shopping and share special moments with more space and relaxation.

If you book during this period, be positive-minded and enjoy available attractions at a lower rate, there can also be a couple of sunny days to make a few beach visits enjoyable still.