Discover Koh Samui: A Comprehensive Travel Guide
Here’s everything you need to know about Koh Samui, one of Thailand’s top destinations. You’ll find practical information about beaches, transportation, and all the essential details for a smooth trip to this stunning island.
- Name in Thai: อำเภอเกาะสมุย
- Distance from Bangkok: 700 km as the crow flies.
- Area: 228.7 km² - Length 25 km/width 21 km
- Population: 68,000
- Province: Surat Thani
- Sea: Gulf of Siam
- Main activities: tourism - fishing - agriculture
- High season: December - April
- Number of days on site: 3 or 4 days
- Main interests: atmosphere and setting
The Best Time to Visit Koh Samui
Koh Samui boasts a tropical climate characterized by two main seasons. The dry season spans from December to February, offering pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall. The wet season occurs from September to November, featuring more frequent showers. The average annual temperature hovers around 28°C."
| - | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precipitation | 80 à 100 mm | 40 à 60 mm | 60 à 80 mm | 80 à 120 mm | 180 à 200 mm | 100 à 150 mm | 100 à 150 mm | 100 à 150 mm | 150 à 200 mm | 250 à 300 mm | 300 à 400 mm | 120 à 150 mm |
| Temperatures | 26 à 28°C | 26 à 28°C | 27 à 29°C | 28 à 30°C | 28 à 30°C | 28 à 30°C | 27 à 29°C | 27 à 29°C | 27 à 29°C | 27 à 29°C | 27 à 29°C | 26 à 28°C |
Koh Samui Things to Do
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