Ao Khanom
Bay Scenic bay and coastal fishing district in southern Thailand
A coastal bay favored for its beaches, fishing villages and access to nearby islets; visitors come for seafood and shoreline walks.
Tips for Visiting Ao Khanom #
- Go just after dawn when the sea is calm for the best chance to see Khanom's pink dolphins and for gentler boating conditions.
- Book a dolphin-spotting trip from Khanom town pier with local boat operators who know the regular dolphin routes rather than relying on ad hoc launches from other beaches.
- Combine a boat trip with a short visit to nearby fishing villages-local operators often include or can arrange brief village stops that give context to the area and support community tourism.
Best Time to Visit Ao Khanom #
Plan your visit between November and April for calm seas, clearer water and the best conditions for beach and boat activities.
Weather & Climate near Ao Khanom #
Ao Khanom's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1738 mm/year), wettest in November with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (419 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (212 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
