Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Krabi in August
Little changes in Krabi from July: highs stay near 83°F (28°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 10.9 in (277 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 39/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 10.9 in (277 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 88%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (28°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
With 86% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 10.9 in (277 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 88%.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are February.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 36.2 in (920 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from July (39 → 39/100).
- Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes10.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Krabi in August
With 10.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Tew Lay Bar
Small Railay East bar with a tree platform over the water.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 10.9 in of rain.
Phra Nang Cave Beach
Beach under towering cliffs with a cave shrine filled with offerings.
Railay Beach
Boat-access peninsula with limestone cliffs, rock climbing and calm swimming.
Tiger Cave Temple
Hilltop temple reached by 1,260 steps, with views over Krabi's karsts.
Railay Viewpoint and Lagoon
Steep, muddy scramble up ropes to a viewpoint and hidden lagoon.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Krabi in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Krabi?
It's middling, scoring 39/100. The best months are February, at up to 77. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 10.9 in (277 mm) of rain. Our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Krabi in August?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Krabi in August?
Yes: about 10.9 in (277 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.9 in (2384 mm).
What should I pack for Krabi in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (10.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Krabi in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.