Month guide · Krabi · Thailand
Krabi in August
What August is really like in Krabi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: kallerna, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
August is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 21 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Changeable weather and rough seas on exposed coasts; red flags often fly on west-facing beaches.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 21
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 8th-warmest month in Krabi: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 21 of its 31 days. Compared with July (32°C (90°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:17
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:41
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Hot season (April). Very hot and humid with occasional storms; Songkran water fights mid-month.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Krabi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · Railay
Phra Nang Cave Beach
A short walk from Railay along a cliff-side path, this small beach has fine sand, clear water and overhanging cliffs.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
- Kids
- Couples
Island · Than Bok Khorani National Park
Hong Islands
Go on an early tour to reach the lagoon before larger boats; it is best at higher tides.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
- Couples
Religious site · Krabi Town
Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea)
About 8 km north-east of Krabi Town, this forest temple has meditation caves and a stairway of more than 1,200 steep steps to a summit shrine with a golden Buddha and 360-degree views over karst peaks and the coast.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Active
- History
Beach · Ao Nang
Ao Nang Beach
Walk to the quieter southern end for sunset, or take a longtail to Railay for better swimming.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
- After dark
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Krabi.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 21 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Krabi?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Krabi in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Krabi?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Changeable weather and rough seas on exposed coasts; red flags often fly on west-facing beaches.
+How warm is Krabi in August?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Krabi in August?
Expect rain on about 21 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.