Hat Mai Khao
Beach Long Phuket beach adjacent to airport and sea-turtle nesting
Extensive beach on Phuket’s northwest coast inside Sirinat National Park; visitors come for long coastal walks, occasional sea turtle nesting sites and easy access from the airport.
Hat Mai Khao is a long sandy beach on the northern edge of Phuket island in Thailand and is the island’s longest beach, measuring roughly 11 kilometers.
A broad, low-rise shoreline with shallow water and long sandbars is the main attraction. The wide stretch suits walking, low-impact water activities and beachside restaurants; the length also gives quieter sections compared with more built-up Phuket beaches.
The area overlaps with protected coastal habitat and is known for sea turtle nesting; conservation groups work locally to protect nests and hatchlings.
The beach sits on the northwest coast of Phuket, in Thalang district, directly north of Phuket International Airport and roughly 25-30 kilometers from central Phuket Town by road.
- Length: About 11 kilometers of continuous sandy shoreline, making it the longest beach on Phuket.
- Wildlife: Sea turtle nesting is regularly recorded and local conservation groups monitor nests along the beach.
- Airport proximity: Adjacent to Phuket International Airport so aircraft noise can be noticeable in parts of the beach.
How to Get to Hat Mai Khao #
Mai Khao Beach (Hat Mai Khao) sits on the northwest tip of Phuket island immediately north of Phuket International Airport. From Phuket Airport it’s a 10-15 minute drive north (about 4-6 km) along the airport access road/Thepkasattri corridor; from Phuket Town expect about a 30-40 minute drive (roughly 30-35 km) via the main north-south road. Taxis, airport shuttle buses and hotel transfers serve Mai Khao; local songthaews and airport buses stop near the beach with a short walk to the sand.
Tips for Visiting Hat Mai Khao #
- Visit the northern stretch of Mai Khao inside Sirinat National Park early in the morning or late afternoon for the quietest sand and best light - the long, undeveloped beach is widest and least built-up at the north end.
- Enter via the Sirinat National Park access road rather than through resort driveways; park at the designated lot to avoid disturbing protected areas and to see the signs marking turtle-nesting zones.
- If you want a quieter beach experience, walk farther north past the main resort clusters - that stretch is where local conservation staff post nest locations and where the beach is most natural and uncrowded.
Best Time to Visit Hat Mai Khao #
Hat Mai Khao is most pleasant in the dry season (November-April) when beaches and sea conditions are at their best.
Weather & Climate near Hat Mai Khao #
Hat Mai Khao's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2691 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (283 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (290 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (422 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (447 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (352 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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