Ko Ta Ru Tao
Island Small Thai island in southern waters
How to Get to Ko Ta Ru Tao #
Access to Ko Tarutao is by boat from Pak Bara Pier in Satun province. There are scheduled ferries and charter boats; sea conditions vary with the season. Park permits from the national park authorities may be required.
Tips for Visiting Ko Ta Ru Tao #
- Hire a longtail boat from Pak Bara or nearby piers; public ferries are rare and seasonal.
- Bring snorkeling gear-surrounding reefs reward those who explore beneath the surface.
- Pack water and shade-some islands have little infrastructure or shade.
Best Time to Visit Ko Ta Ru Tao #
Visit in the dry season (November-April) for safer sea conditions and better visibility for snorkelling.
Weather & Climate near Ko Ta Ru Tao #
Ko Ta Ru Tao's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2268 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (253 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (232 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (255 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 (348 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (330 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (217 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
