Hat Noppharat Thara
Beach Long sandy beach bordering a marine national park
Ao Nang’s long public beach near Krabi town; a departure point for longtail boats to the Phi Phi and Hong islands, with seafront restaurants and tour operators.
Hat Noppharat Thara is the wide sandy beach and foreshore area serving the Ao Nang coast in Krabi province, southern Thailand. The beach is part of the coastal zone associated with the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park and functions as a low-rise tourist and recreational strip.
The shoreline provides extensive sand at low tide and a sheltered landing point for longtail boats and ferries serving adjacent islands. The adjacent park waters and islands attract day trips, snorkeling, and beach excursions from Ao Nang and Krabi Town.
The beach and park were designated to protect coastal and island marine habitats while supporting tourism infrastructure in the Ao Nang area. Over time the area has been used increasingly for day trips to offshore islands and as a recreational beach for local and visiting families.
Hat Noppharat Thara sits on the Andaman Sea coast of Krabi province, immediately west of the Ao Nang settlement and within easy road distance of Krabi Town. The beach faces a chain of small islands that are common destinations for boat tours.
- Access to islands: Located immediately adjacent to Ao Nang, it provides a long, sheltered sandy foreshore and is used as a launching area for longtail boats to nearby islands including those in the Phi Phi group.
- Protected area: Managed as part of the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, the shoreline and nearby small islands are subject to national park rules and fees for some activities.
Tips for Visiting Hat Noppharat Thara #
- Visit Ao Noppharat Thara first thing after sunrise when the long, shallow shoreline is at its most expansive and far less crowded than mid-afternoon.
- Use the main Ao Nang/Noppharat Thara access off the coastal road - it's the usual landing point for beachgoers and boat operators that serve nearby islands.
- Walk toward the western end of the beach for quieter stretches and easier access to longtail boats heading to nearby islets; many visitors stay near the central strip and miss the calmer ends.
Best Time to Visit Hat Noppharat Thara #
The best time is during the dry months November-March for stable beach weather and water activities; expect quieter conditions in the wet season.
Weather & Climate near Hat Noppharat Thara #
Hat Noppharat Thara'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 (2124 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The driest month with just 28 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (60 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 (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (307 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (339 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (305 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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