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.
Ao Khanom at a Glance#
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.
Dry season (best for swimming & boats)
November-April · 24-32°C
Calmer seas, less rain and clearer water make this the best time for swimming, boat trips and coastal walks.
Wet season (rough seas)
May-October · 24-31°C
More frequent heavy showers and rough sea conditions; some boat services and water activities may be limited.
Weather & Climate near Ao Khanom#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 53
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.5 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| February | Excellent | 23° - 31° | 31° | 40 mm | some cloud | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Very Good | 24° - 33° | 33° | 59 mm | some cloud | 80% | 2.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 25° - 34° | 35° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 34° | 35° | 143 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.4h |
| June | Good | 25° - 33° | 34° | 95 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 34° | 102 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 33° | 34° | 110 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 33° | 142 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 268 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 419 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 212 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.5h |