Month guide · Koh Phangan · Thailand
Koh Phangan in April
What April is really like in Koh Phangan: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Koh Phangan. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 7 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. The hottest month, with flat seas; Songkran water fights take over the main streets in mid-month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 7
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the warmest month in Koh Phangan: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 7 of its 30 days. Compared with March (31°C (88°F)), April is warmer; by May highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 06:10
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:30
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Dry season (January–April). Sunny, dry and calm, with the best snorkelling and boat trips; April is very hot and lively with Songkran.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is February at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in February). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- Songkran — Thai New Year water festival (13–15 April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · Srithanu
Zen Beach, Srithanu
A small, rocky beach at Srithanu on the west coast, popular with the yoga community for sunset gatherings, with views across the sea to the outlying islands of Ang Thong.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Views
Experience · Ban Tai and Ban Khai
Wat Pho herbal sauna
Bring a sarong and towel and go in the late afternoon; take short sessions in the steam room and drink water between them.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Experience · Haad Rin
Full Moon Party at Haad Rin
Every month around the full moon, Haad Rin Nok (Sunrise Beach) becomes an all-night party, with sound systems in bars along the beach, fire shows and thousands of visitors in neon body paint.
- Time needed
- One night
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- After dark
Beach · Bottle Beach
Bottle Beach
Take the long-tail from Chaloklum in the morning and agree the pick-up time; hikers can climb to the viewpoint above the beach for a photo of the whole bay.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Views
- Couples
- Photo spot
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Koh Phangan.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 26°C and 7 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Koh Phangan?
It is one of the best months to visit Koh Phangan. The hottest month, with flat seas; Songkran water fights take over the main streets in mid-month.
+How warm is Koh Phangan in April?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Koh Phangan in April?
Expect rain on about 7 days of the month.