Koh Phi Phi in November
Great time to visit
The sweet spot begins as dry season returns with beautiful weather and manageable crowds. Prices start climbing but it's worth every baht.
Weather
Northeast monsoon begins, bringing the start of dry season. Humidity drops to comfortable 70% and rainfall becomes minimal with clear skies returning.
32°C high24°C low8 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$65/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Loy Krathong Festival
- •Golden Mount Fair in Bangkok
November Tips
- •Book early as this is when high season demand picks up
- •Perfect time to visit Maya Bay before peak crowds arrive
- •Loy Krathong lantern releases are magical on the beaches
All Months
November through April is your sweet spot — dry skies, calm seas, and temperatures that hover around 30°C. December and January are peak season, which means higher prices but also the best weather for boat trips. The monsoon hits hard from May to October, and I mean hard. Boats to Maya Bay get cancelled, some restaurants close, and accommodation drops to half price for good reason. But here's a contrarian take: late October can be brilliant if you time it right between storm systems. You'll have the islands mostly to yourself. Just check the weather forecast obsessively and have backup plans.
Koh Phi Phi Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
5/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
6/10
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