Ko Raya Noi
Island
Raya Noi, south of Phuket, is a low-lying island known for clear water and dive sites; day-trip boats bring snorkelers and scuba divers to its reefs.
Ko Raya Noi (Raya Noi) is the smaller Racha island located to the south of Phuket in the Andaman Sea. The island is a low-lying, reef-fringed destination noted for clear water and snorkeling close to its beaches.
Day-trip services and speedboats from Phuket’s Chalong Pier and other nearby harbors provide the main access, and visitors come for swimming, snorkeling, and short beach stays rather than extensive resort infrastructure. The island has limited development compared with its larger neighbour, Racha Yai.
Historically the island remained sparsely developed; tourism activity has been centered on day trips and small-scale accommodation rather than large hotels. Marine conditions and nearby reefs make it a common spot for snorkel and dive outings.
Ko Raya Noi sits southwest of Phuket in the Andaman Sea and is approached by boat from Phuket’s east-coast piers.
- Snorkeling and access: Part of the small Racha (Raya) island group south of Phuket, it is known for clear water and snorkeling close to its shores and is commonly visited on day trips from Phuket's Chalong Pier.
Tips for Visiting Ko Raya Noi #
- Take a dedicated day-trip boat from Chalong or scheduled dive/snorkel operators in the morning when visibility is best and operators run fewer, more direct runs.
- Plan for minimal facilities on the island - boats typically anchor offshore and you'll transfer by dinghy, so book with an operator that provides gear and a clear landing plan.
Best Time to Visit Ko Raya Noi #
Visit Ko Raya Noi in the dry season (November-April) for the best sea conditions and island activities; expect fewer services and wetter weather in the monsoon months.
Weather & Climate near Ko Raya Noi #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2178 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (220 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (313 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 (352 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 hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
