Ko Samui vs Koh Rong in January

Koh Rong is the better pick in January — 90 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Koh Rong is sweltering, a little rain, muggy air, while Ko Samui is hot, rainy, muggy air.

Ko Samui vs Koh RongJanuary climate, side by side

Ko SamuiKoh Rong
Comfort score84/100 (A)90/100 (S)
Feels-like high33°C35°C
Avg high / low29° / 25°30° / 25°
Rainfall100 mm52 mm
Rainy days1010
Humidity78%78%
Air quality (AQI)6260

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Ko Samui vs Koh Rong in January — FAQ

Is January better in Ko Samui or Koh Rong?
Koh Rong is the better pick in January — 90 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Koh Rong is sweltering, a little rain, muggy air, while Ko Samui is hot, rainy, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Ko Samui vs Koh Rong in January?
In January, Ko Samui averages 29°C high / 25°C low with about 100 mm of rain; Koh Rong averages 30°C high / 25°C low with about 52 mm.