Ko Samui vs Perhentian Islands in January

Ko Samui is the better pick in January — 84 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ko Samui is hot, rainy, muggy air, while Perhentian Islands is hot, soaked, muggy air.

Ko Samui vs Perhentian IslandsJanuary climate, side by side

Ko SamuiPerhentian Islands
Comfort score84/100 (A)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high33°C31°C
Avg high / low29° / 25°27° / 24°
Rainfall100 mm211 mm
Rainy days1020
Humidity78%85%
Air quality (AQI)6255

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

Ko Samui vs Perhentian Islands in January — FAQ

Is January better in Ko Samui or Perhentian Islands?
Ko Samui is the better pick in January — 84 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ko Samui is hot, rainy, muggy air, while Perhentian Islands is hot, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Ko Samui vs Perhentian Islands in January?
In January, Ko Samui averages 29°C high / 25°C low with about 100 mm of rain; Perhentian Islands averages 27°C high / 24°C low with about 211 mm.