Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Krabi in January
Little changes in Krabi from December: highs stay near 83°F (28°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 69/100 for comfort, 2nd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (93 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What January feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 85%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (93 mm).
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February).
- Comfort improves from 58/100 in December to 69/100.
- January sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Krabi in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hong Islands
Island with an enclosed lagoon reached by longtail or speedboat tour.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Nov–Apr.
Phi Phi Islands
Day trip to Maya Bay and snorkel stops around Phi Phi Leh.
Why now January scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Krabi Town Walking Street
Weekend night market with Thai street food and live music.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ruen Mai
Garden restaurant in Krabi Town serving southern Thai dishes.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Tiger Cave Temple
Hilltop temple reached by 1,260 steps, with views over Krabi's karsts.
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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Krabi?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 69/100 against a best of 77 in February. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain. January is inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
How hot is Krabi in January?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Krabi in January?
Some: about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.9 in (2384 mm).
What should I pack for Krabi in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in January
- Bangkok to the Andaman Nov – Mar
Planning Krabi in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.