January is one of the best months for liveaboard diving in Thailand. Conditions are at their peak with great visibility, calm seas and prime marine life encounters.
Season rating
Peak season
Water temperature
27–29°C · 80–84°F
Conditions in
January
What you might see
Year-round overview for Thailand
Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to dive in Thailand?
January in Thailand is rated as peak season. Water temperatures are around 27–29°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.
What can you see diving in Thailand in January?
In January, divers in Thailand typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.
Should I book a Thailand liveaboard for January or wait?
If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare December and February which often share similar conditions.
Find a liveaboard for January
Compare available Thailand liveaboards departing in January.
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