Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 29th June – 5th July 2020

July 2020 first Sunday and we're back with the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 29th June – 5th July 2020.

This morning it was nice and sunny. Now, around 9.30am it's mostly cloudy and a bit of rain is in the air. I am not surprised if we see a tropical shower this morning. Current temperature is 31C. in an hour we set off for some fun diving at Sail Rock. All the three PADI IDC candidates from the June PADI IDC here on Koh Samui, passed their PADI IE exams. We do have three new PADI instructors on the island.

Last week we had typical weather for this time of the year. A bit of sunshine. A bit of rain. A bit of partially clouded skies. The maximum temperature reached 34C during one day last week. The minimum was surprisingly for half an hour 21C last week. Once more time it dropped to 22C and the rest was 23C or warmer during the night time.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 29th June – 5th July 2020

Tambun or merit making on top of Big Buddha. Thai people love making merit. Many temples in Thailand are visited to do exactly this. A lot of times money donations are also made.

We have a very long weekend. Monday and Tuesday are days off and all government offices and banks and the like are closed. Thai New Year or Songkran is also celebrated on 7th July, however without a water festival. All due to the Covid19 pandemic.

For next week, the forecast is looking very good. Some rain is predicted for Tuesday and Saturday. The rest of the week may see an occasional tropical shower but also plenty of sunshine.

Whilst you are here, do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. That is, once the travel restrictions have been lifted.

As already mentioned in my Facebook page, there are many initiatives around the island for helping Thai and Burmese people with food and other donations.
There are however also plenty of foreigners, Westerners or farangs who have a hard time dealing with no income and bills to pay. If you like this blog, this is a good time to help out and make a donation. If you can, much appreciated! There's a donation button on top of this page.

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 6th April – 12th April 2020

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 6^th April – 12^th April 2020

Another Sunday morning and time to welcome the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 6th April – 12th April 2020.
My Sunday morning lsd, long slow distance run is in the can. The training program is stopped and it's all about maintenance now. Continue to eat healthy and keep exercising. In my case, running. Working on my immune system, the best defense you have for this current corona virus, Covid19.

Covid19 has a massive impact on a tourist destination like Koh Samui and it's surrounding islands. All hotels have now been ordered to close down and not take any bookings for the immediate time being. Guests already at the hotel or resort are allowed to stay and the resort can remain open in this case. No new guests are allowed to book in though.

Koh Samui has 7 officially confirmed Covid19 cases. It makes it the highest ranking amphur in the province of Surat Thani with confirmed cases.

The Songkran 2020 Festival has been officially cancelled and it's not considered a holiday this year.

The Seatran Discovery ferry has stopped all service between the islands for the time being. The ferries to the mainland are still running though, in a reduced schedule.
Flights to Bangkok can currently only be done with Nok Air from Surat Thani airport.

On to the weather. At 9,30am this morning it's 31C. Hardly any clouds in the sky and bound to heat up again, very soon.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 6^th April – 12^th April 2020

Tesco Lotus in Chaweng, early April 2020. The Covid10 crisis has most of the mall closed down. It gives for a strange sight and eerie feeling. Not many people around and with so many shops being closed down, it's very strange indeed. 

It has been splendid last week. Lots of sunshine. Very few clouds. No rain whatsoever. Maximum temperature reached 33C. It feels a lot warmer / hotter though. The heat actually beats you down. It seeps all your energy during the day time.

The minimum temperature last week dropped to 23C on Monday. The rest of the week it was more like 25C with a few times a drop to 24C.

Very typical April weather.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 6^th April – 12^th April 2020

Don't forget, that despite the current Covid19 crisis, Koh Samui still has it's natural beauty. Here's another glorious sunset in the making near Big Buddha last week. Not so many as usual, but people still hang out and enjoy the sunsets on the road to Big Buddha. This time of the year is perfect for enjoying a good sunset.

The forecast for next week looks interesting. A bit more cloud cover and from Monday onward, possibly a bit more rain. It's a partial rainy season after all. 

Looking forward seeing you back on Koh Samui soon. As soon as it;'s possible again and we can travel around again. Until that time, be safe!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. Once the world has come to it senses again and Covid 19 is in the past!

Camille

Goodbye to March 2020

Goodbye to March 2020

Last day of this month and time to say goodbye to March 2020.

Regarding the weather, we can be short. It was amazing! Sunny to partially skies all month long. Not a single raindrop in sight. It was warm to hot. A great time ti actually visit Koh Samui!

My sister and her family and my Mum were here, at the beginning of this month. Just in time to make it back home to the Netherlands in time. Before all the travel restrictions came in place.

Covid19 has an enormous impact on Koh Samui and Thailand. Just like any other country. Except that Koh Samui and it's surrounding island, are depending largely on the tourist industry. Many local Thai people have gone home. They don't have to pay rent there and can get by with little money each day.

Many shops are closed, some are required by law to close down. Like bars, massage parlors etc.

Other place, like supermarkets, banks and places that offer day to day living requirements remain open.

In Surat Thani province, to which Koh Samui belongs, markets are only open for fresh or take away food. Restaurants can only offer take away food. Hotels can only cater to guests. Each shop needs to close between midnight and 5am.

Drastic and unusual measures. However, many other countries have much more drastic rules in place, all the way down to complete lock downs. Just let's hope the virus will be under control soon. You can help yourself by practicing social distancing, wash your hands and stay inside as much as you can. Only leave the house for important issues, like grocery shopping.

Goodbye to March 2020

Big Buddha has now a sign on display. Closed from 27th March. No opening date mentioned. Still a few people drop by every day and a few shops are still open.

Tomorrow the hottest month of the year starts. Some reports indicate that the Covid19 virus doesn't like the heat that much. Still no reason to lower your guard.

Be safe out there!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course.

Join me in a private dive trip with yours sincerely! 

Contact me for more detailed information once the current Covid19 situation has changed for the better, on any of the options mentioned. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 24th February – 1st March 2020

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 24^th February – 1^st March 2020

It's Sunday morning and time to look at the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 24th February – 1st March 2020. 

No long run this morning, I needed to simulate a 5k race. I did and I did well. My second fastest pace on this distance. Certainly that makes me happy.

On to the weather though. At 10.30am it's 28C and the temperature is rising. This all under a partially clouded sky. A nice first day of the new month is in the making.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 24^th February – 1^st March 2020

Sunset, earlier this month near Big Buddha. This is taken on the road that connects Big Buddha to the main island. Every evening, when it's dry and a sunset is in the making, dozens of people meet here. They sit or stand next to the road. Lovers, photographers, families, all kind of people gather each time to enjoy a lovely sunset here.

Last week it was dry again. February 2020 ended on a good note. Maximum temperature reached 31C. The minimum temperature dropped to 22C a few times over night. A good week and what can be expected this time of the year.

For next week, the forecast looks good. The nice and cool breeze stays on. However, no rain is predicted! A lot of partially cloudy days are predicted though. This means that there should also be plenty of sunshine. Enjoy your stay and don't forget to go out and about. Explore the island! Experience all the good and nice things Koh Samui and it's surrounding islands have to offer.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

Join me in a private dive trip with yours sincerely!

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 10th February – 16th February 2020

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 10^th February – 16^th February 2020

Sunday morning, once again time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 10th February – 16th February 2020. The Sunday morning long slow distance run is in the bag. The sun is out and the temperature is rising!

Currently, at 11am it is already 29C and the quicksilver is rising. Get ready for a hot day and have sun lotion at hand.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 10th February – 16th February 2020

A begging monkey at Big Buddha on Koh Samui. Right next to the Big Buddha statue. If you face the statue, to the left, almost behind the statue.

Last week saw a nice week around the island. Plenty of sunshine and just two days with some isolated drops of rain. Only last Sunday saw some real rain. The maximum temperature got up to 31C. On the other hand, the minimum temperature got stuck at 23C.

It was also my first visit ever to Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. Firstly, a PADI meeting was in the cards. Secondly, I took my wife and our youngest daughter along. Thirdly, we scheduled a leisure day to explore some parts of the city.

To top it off, we had very cheap flights from Surat Thani airport and a nice suite near the city center. 

In short, we enjoyed Kuala Lumpur a lot and look forward going back and explore more. Especially some of the food options!

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 10th February – 16th February 2020

Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at night. A must see when in town. A very enjoyable city. Hope to be back sooner than later.

For next week plenty of blue skies and sunshine are predicted and expected. However, Tuesday may see some hard rain and Wednesday may still see a shower or two or three. Next weekend we may see some rain again.

Enjoy the island when you're here. It's quiet and enjoyable, due to the coronavirus. Don't be put off, all is fine and it's business as usual. Just a lot less people around to enjoy it!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

Join me in a private dive trip with yours sincerely! 

You may also opt for a very special dinner experience at The Thai Experience. Behind closed doors, reservation only and a very enjoyable and well worthwhile way of spending an evening on Samui. Authentic Thai food and a great atmosphere. Can highly recommend this experience. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 28th October – 3rd November 2019

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 28^th October – 3^rd November 2019

It;s Sunday morning and a good time to check the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 28th October – 3rd November 2019. 

The running is out of the way, we went all the way to Rajjaprabha Dam, just South of Surat Thani. The International Mountain Marathon event was on, I participated in the 10km race only though. I managed to place 7th in my age group of 50-59 years old.

It's 10am and the current temperature is 29C under a partially cloudy sky with plenty of sunshine. It looks like a nice day is in the making,

At Rajjaprabha Dam it's a slightly cooler but also partially clouded. It started out really nice with a clear sky earlier this morning.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 28^th October – 3^rd November 2019

Big Buddha on Koh Samui. Great location to visit, enjoy the views and get some real good pictures. There's a beautiful view over Bang Rak bay among others.

 Last week some a mixed weather bag move over Koh Samui. The maximum temperature hit 34C last week, The minimum temperature got stuck at 23C. There were a few tropical showers and some thunderstorms. Nothing too serious though. That's probably coming later this month. November is well known for it's rainy season around Koh Samui.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 28^th October – 3^rd November 2019

After the International Mountain Marathon at Rajjaprabha Dam near Surat Thani. I participated in the 10k distance and my family in the 5k distance. Our eldest daughter couldn't join us since she had extra study lessons at school today. The dam lake is in the background.

The forecast for next week is a fair bit clouds, possibly partially cloudy skies and a few showers are possible throughout the week.

Enjoy this coming week, as long as it seems to stay dry. Once we move towards mid November, the rainy season may roar it's 'ugly' head.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

Join me in a private dive trip with yours sincerely! 

You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

You may also opt for a very special dinner experience at The Thai Experience. Behind closed doors, reservation only and a very enjoyable and well worthwhile way of spending an evening on Samui. Authentic Thai food and a great atmosphere. Can highly recommend this experience. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned.

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 15th July – 21st July 2019

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 15^th July – 21^st July 2019

Welcome to a late Sunday morning and as always, time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 15th July – 21st July 2019.It's almost 11am and the sun has broken out since the early morning. During my long run, 32.2km today, 

it was cloudy until the sun started to rise. The clouds disappeared and the sun started to heat things up. Current temperature right now is 32C

Last week still saw mostly good weather. Sure, there were a couple of showers, but nothing too serious. And by far not as much as the island needs to top up the ground water levels. It has been a much better than average July up to this week.

Maximum temperature last week reached 34C. The minimum got stuck at 22C, during the night.

Most afternoons were very cloudy and some of them had showers with an occasional thunderstorm. This varied around the island.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 15th July – 21st July 2019

View over Bang Rak bay from Big Buddha. This is the view if you walk the stairs all the way up at Big Buddha. At the actual Big Buddha statue. Lovely view, refreshing breeze most of the time and a close up look at Big Buddha!

Next week is looking very good! Lots of sunshine, all the wind has gone and a shower may be your lucky number! Enjoy your stay, it looks like an awesome weather week is ahead of us.

Do go out and about, explore and enjoy but be safe on the roads!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

You may also opt for a very special dinner experience at The Thai Experience. Behind closed doors, reservation only and a very enjoyable and well worthwhile way of spending an evening on Samui. Authentic Thai food and a great atmosphere. Can highly recommend this experience. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 21st January 2019 – 27th January 2019

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 21^st January 2019 – 27^th January 2019 

Early evening, on the ferry back to Koh Samui and better late not than not all, here is the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 21st January 2019 – 27th January 2019. 

It's been a long and busy day today. A very early wake up call at 3am, since I was participating in a half marathon in Trang city. At 11am we left Trang and via Patthalung and Thalenoi we made our way back to the pier in Don Sak. 

Koh Samui had a nice and dry day with a partially clouded sky. Maximum temperature reached 30C. 

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 21st January 2019 – 27th January 2019; A small road side shrine. You can find them all over Koh Samui. This is one is in front of a tree on the road to Big Buddha. Many trees in Thailand are considered 'holy' and they will have garlands wrapped around them, a shrine in front of them and offerings to accompany the shrine. The offerings are usually small and simple, some red Fanta seems to be very popular, a small piece of food and some incense.

Last week saw a fairly nice week with some rain towards the end of the week. Maximum temperatures reached 31C and minimum temps reached 26C. A fairly even week with a slighlty wet ending, although the weekend was dry again.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 21st January 2019 – 27th January 2019. The clock tower in Trang at 4am. The picture is not that great but it looked really nice with green lights covering the tower. This morning I ran a half marathon in Trang. Hence we spend the weekend there.

For next week it's looking very sunny and hot for tomorrow. More partial cloud coverage for the rest of the week with some showers here and there. Time to start looking forward to February, one of the nicest months of the year to be on Koh Samui!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

 You may also opt for a very special dinner experience at The Thai Experience. Behind closed doors, reservation only and a very enjoyable and well worthwhile way of spending an evening on Samui. Authentic Thai food and a great atmosphere. Can highly recommend this experience. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Goodbye to December 2018

Goodbye to December 2018

Before we get ready for the New Year celebrations, it's first time to say Goodbye to December 2018.

The first two weeks of this December 2018 version were as can be expected of a rainy season. Wet and windy. Plenty of flash floods and cloudy skies.

The last two weeks of this month were much better. Plenty of sunshine with just occasionally a shower.

A very typical December, one almost straight out of the text book.

Goodbye to December 2018; Big Buddha just a few days ago. Busy at this time of the year and under a blue-ish sky.

Part of last month I did spent on Phuket for a PADI IDC and two weekends were spent in Surat Thani. Four consecutive weeks I had mini marathon races. In Thailand that means an approximate 10km distance. I was very successful with this, resulting in a 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th place in my age group of 50-59 years.

This last weekend of the year is being spend on Koh Samui though. We're still debating on where to go tonight for the fireworks.

Enjoy the New year celebrations but remember, don't drink and drive! Be safe!

All the best for 2019

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. 

If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. 

You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

You may also opt for a very special dinner experience at The Thai Experience. Behind closed doors, reservation only and a very enjoyable and well worthwhile way of spending an evening on Samui. Authentic Thai food and a great atmosphere. Can highly recommend this experience. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens.

Camille

Goodbye to May and welcome to June 2018

Goodbye to May and welcome to June 2018

The start of the new month was yesterday and May ended a day before that, so here we are; Goodbye to May and welcome to June 2018.

First let's have a look at May. It was a fairly straightforward May. Fairly quiet around the island tourist wise but the Thai schools started again, so busy on the roads again.

The weather was fairly standard for a May. About half of the days last month saw varying degrees of rain, from nightly hard showers to tropical showers to some occasional thunderstorms. Typical May weather. This was also paired with some sunny and partially cloudy days. It makes for very high humidity.

Goodbye to May and welcome to June 2018; A nice sunset last week near Big Buddha

Coming on to June, the rainy season has landed over Thailand but is not as in your face on Koh Samui as other parts of Thailand. Do expect some showers but there should also be plenty of sunshine.

For runners this is a good month, it starts to cool down a bit and today we had the 11th Cancer Car run organized by Four Seasons and next week is the Bangkok Airways half marathon. Hope to see you there.

If you find yourselves on Samui during this June, I hope you enjoy it!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 30th April – 6th May 2018

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 30^th April – 6^th May 2018 

Sunday morning with a nice partially clouded sky over Koh Samui in the early morning. It should stay nice and sunny all day long with possibly a thunderstorm and shower in the early evening. Current temperature at 9am is 30C. Get the sun lotion out but make sure it's not damaging the coral reefs around Koh Samui!

I'm in Krabi for the weekend and just completed the first of this years series of marathons and half marathons sponsored by Bangkok Airways. Don't forget the Samui half marathon come 10th June!

In Krabi it was a half marathon and I ran my second best time on a half ever in a 5'03 pace. It was 400 meters of the official distance, 20.7km in 1:44'37.2 but during the race I was not too bothered about that! It's a little bit cooler here compared to Samui with 28C at 9am and a blue sky. Yesterday at 5pm, when we arrived, it was pouring down with a black sky over Krabi!

In an hour or so we'll be on our way back to Samui again.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 30th April – 6th May 2018; View towards Big Buddha from Plai Laem, with a boat in the 'docks' being fixed up and getting a paint job done. All this under a nice blue sky, hot and steamy!

Last week things cooled down a bit after a couple of cloudy and rainy days. I enjoyed it, after the April heat but we had a few mini flash floods at the usual suspect spots. Nothing to get too excited about, it was all gone within minutes after the thunderstorms. The weekend showed some better weather again with sunny skies.

Maximum temperatures ranged between 31C and 33C

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 30th April – 6th May 2018; It's all about elephants near Krabi's city pillar shrine and provincial hall, just outside of the tourist area.

The forecast for nest week predict a sunny Monday and Tuesday, so a nice start to the week. From Wednesday onward it may be cloudier with some thunderstorms thrown in at times for the remainder of the week.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 2nd April –8th April 2018

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 2^nd April –8^th April 2018 

Sunday monring, 7.30am, long run done and dusted and time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 2nd April –8th April 2018. 

It's fairly clouded over Koh Samui and you may expect some rain today. Current temp at 7.30am is 26C

On Koh Lanta, it's very lightly clouded and nice and cool with a current temp of 26C at 7.30am. Within an hour I should be on the road, on my way back to Koh Samui.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 2nd April –8th April 2018; A close up of Big Buddha

Last week was not a great week, considering we're in April, supposedly one of the the hottest month in the year. Three days had rain or thunderstorms and the other four days saw partially clouded skies. Still, once the sun was out it was hot! 

Maximum temperatures ranged from 30 to 32C and it felt at times much hotter!

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 2nd April –8th April 2018; Klong Dao beach on Koh Lanta, taken from Kaw Kwang beach. On my very first visit to Thailand, some 22 or more years ago, I stayed at the Southern end of this beach. There was no paved road and walking to Ban Saladan took at least 20 minutes or such.

The forecast for next week is looking fine. Possibly some rain today and come Wednesday the sun should break through again and it should be sunny and hot.

Friday 13th, Songkran or Thai New Years day should be nice and warm. Enjoy!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Welcome to April 2018

Welcome to April 2018

Two days into the new month and time to say Welcome to April 2018.

April on Koh Samui is usually a hot and steamy affair, with high temperatures and lots of sunshine. During recent years there have also been some rainy days though, so don't be too surprised if there is a shower or two during some days.

April is also well known for the yearly Thai New Year celebrations, probably better known as Songkran. Celebrated on Koh Samui only on Friday 13th April this year. Other cities around Thailand may have two to three day long celebrations.

It's well worth participating and celebrating, whether it's your first time or you have celebrated Songkran various times.

Welcome to April 2018; A sunset as seen from Big Buddha, with a view over the Bang Rak bay, all the way to Bophud.

At the moment it looks like I will be on back home on Koh Samui somewhere just after the first week of April and will be there for the rest of the month. Songkran may well be celebrated again in Chaweng this year.

Hope you will enjoy the hot weather around Koh Samui this month and especially the Songkran celebrations.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th March –1st April 2018

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th March –1st April 2018 

Sunday morning and almost 8am, time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th March –1st April 2018.

The sky over Koh Samui is a bit hazy this morning but soon it will be warming up. Current temperature at 8am is 27C on this first April day in 2018.

Right now I'm in the middle of a PADI IDC program on Koh Lanta, where at 8am it's almost perfectly clear with a blue sky and a nice and cool morning temperature of 24C. The last couple of days it has been sizzling hot here during the daytime though!

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th March –1st April 2018; View from the top of Big Buddha over Bang Rak bay. This one of the many bells at the platform surrounding Big Buddha. The idea is to pick up one of the wooden sticks and walk around the platform, whilst hitting  each bell with your stick.

Last week was a nice week with plenty of sunshine around Koh Samui and maximum temperatures ranged between 31 and 32C. A nice end of March 2018.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th March –1st April 2018; View from Koh Lanta Yai towards the bridge, connecting the two Lanta islands during a sunset.

The forecast for next week predicts a fairly cloudy couple of days for the start of the week but during mid week it will clear up with lots of sunshine. Come next weekend, we may see some rain and the wind picking up a bit.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

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Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th February – 4th March 2018

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th February – 4th March 2018 

Sunday morning, running a race, box ticked and time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th February – 4th March 2018 .

It's noon on Koh Samui and it's a very nice day indeed, with plenty of sunshine and some partial cloud cover. Current temperature is 33C and it feels a lot warmer, closing in on hot!

This morning I was in Takua Pa in Phang Nga province, about half an hour away from Khao Lak. running a 7km race. It went well and I finished third in my age of 55 and up. There were some very fast runners and I am happy with my result.

In Khao Lak itself, the PADI IDC for February had been completed last week and yesterday the PADI IE was completed as well by my candidates. Tomorrow will see some more diving for instructor level specialty training.

We just had a shower here in Khao Lak with a current temperature of around 33C

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th February – 4th March 2018; Lovely sunset yesterday evening at Big Buddha. Picture taken by my wife Khun Tassanee.

Last week saw a lovely week, plenty of sunshine to be enjoyed around the island with each day having partially cloudy skies. Maximum temperature was 31C each day but this week I expect the temperatures slowly to start rising.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 26th February – 4th March 2018; Rua Tor 813 or Police boat 813 that was washed up on shore during the 2004 December Tsunami on boxing day. It has been made into a monument and every time I visit Khao Lak, I pay a visit to Rua Tor 813 as well and take at least one picture, to document changes over the years. Each year it changes a little bit and more construction near and around the monument can be observed each year.

The forecast for next week is looking good for the first part of the week. Come next Friday, we may see some thunderstorms and rain with the wind picking up as well. The rain should be tropical rain, possibly lots of rain in short bursts.

Enjoy your stay and especially until Friday, it should be nice and sunny, with maybe a shower on Wednesday.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

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Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 25th December – 31st December, 2017

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 25th December – 31st December, 2017 

The last Sunday of the month and of this year means, it's time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 25th December –31st December, 2017.

My last long run of the year is in the bag and the weather conditions are about to improve. Running is great in the current cool conditions.

It started out this morning as a cloudy day but the sun has been breaking through a few times now and we have a current temperature at 11am of 29.2C

Later today we may have one last time a strong wind surging over the island but after that the wind is about to disappear. This should make all boat operators around the island, since earlier this week many days all boat trips were cancelled due to the strong wind.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 25th December –31st December, 2017; High tide at some of the statues at Big Buddha.

Last week saw a wet and windy week. Almost every day saw rain and sometimes hard rain with some thunderstorms as well. There were very short lived flash floods but in general the roads held out just fine. Yesterday saw no rain at all, except for a little drizzle around 6.30pm for a short while.

Maximum temperatures ranged between 26C and 31C.

The forecast for the first week of the new year is looking good. The wind is as good as gone, there should be no rain and partially cloudy skies may allow some sunshine being poured over Koh Samui's beaches.

Enjoy the start of the new year and a Happy New Year to all readers of this blog! 

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 11th December –17th December, 2017

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 11^th December –17^th December, 2017 

Sunday morning and time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 11th December –17th December, 2017. It's a few minutes short of 10am and Koh Samui has a heavy cloud cover hanging over it's shore and inland. Rain is in the cards and should be no surprise today. The wind is also to pick up during the day, Current temperature at 10am is 25.8C

Last week I spent on Phuket, completing the current December 2017 PADI IDC on Phuket and we went three days diving on the dive boat of PADI CDC Center 'Dive Asia' in Kata and we did a night dive at Kata beach. See the picture below. Today is the last of the PADI IE for my IDC candidate with an open water dive at Kata Beach. It's a blue sky and sunny day today with a current temp at 10am of 32C

This morning I participated in the 21st Kathu minimarathon on Phuket, which I did for the 3rd time, I also ran the 2010 and 2011 editions of this race. This morning it went well with a 4'35 pace over 10.25km. Race time was 46'58 and I managed to place 6th in my age group 55-59. That's a good result for me since there are always strong runners participating at Phuket races and today saw a a very big crowd taking part. A nice start of the Sunday.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 11th December –17th December, 2017; Relaxing at the entrance gate to Big Buddha. Last week was perfect for this!

Last week saw a lovely week with lots of sunshine and warm temperatures. Actually a bit unusual for this time of the year. Maximum temperatures ranged between 31C and 33C with only yesterday some rain and possibly later today.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 11th December –17th December, 2017; Last week i was on Phuket all week long and on Wednesday evening we did a night dive from Kata beach. This is when we walked into the ocean. A lovely sight and view! 

The forecast for next week is not looking that great. The typical rain and wind is making a return visit and and strong wind with possibly each day some showers are expected. Especially next Friday and Saturday may see storm like condition, very strong wind and lots of rain. This years Christmas on Samui may not be white as expected but rather wet!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

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Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 4th December –10th December, 2017

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 4^th December –10^th December, 2017 

Another Sunday morning, another half marathon done and time for the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 4th December –10th December, 2017.

It's almost 10am and we have a partially cloudy sky over Koh Samui, the sun is breaking through and it's going to be warm today! Current temp at 10am is 28.8C. Expect higher temperatures for the  afternoon.

On Phuket, where I started my last PADI IDC program of the year earlier last week, it's blue skies all around with an occasional cloud in it. Current temp at 10am is already 33C and rising! High season weather is finally arriving here, although there are almost daily evening or night showers.

This morning I ran a half marathon as part of the Phuketon, a weekend chock full of running events. Out of 1959 participants I ended as 125th and I was 15th in my age group 50-59 out of 143 participants. I'm not in great shape with a 1:50 time and 5'09 pace but at the moment that's all I have!

A very nice event though and well organized!

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 4th December –10th December, 2017; Big Buddha during last week and the sun is coming out again around Koh Samui

Last week saw plenty of rain again around Koh Samui with a few thunderstorms thrown as well. Friday was the only sunny day last week. The sun did occasionally break through towards the end of the week though. Maximum temperatures ranged 28C and 29C, nice and cool. A typical rainy season week with the occasional flash flood as well.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 4th December –10th December, 2017; Sunset over Kata on Phuket last week

Th forecast for next week is looking very good, blue skies and plenty of sunshine at least until Friday. During there may be some rain coming Samui's way again. Enjoy the sun while it lasts, it's not your typical rainy season weather.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

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Camille

Goodbye to October 2017

Goodbye to October 2017

It's the 31st of October in the year 2017, late evening, just two more hours to go in this month and it's time to say Goodbye to October 2017.

It's late and dark around 10pm around Koh Samui and the current temp is 27.5C

Today was a busy day with an early rise since I was visiting the Similan islands for some deep diving PADI Instructor courses with one of my candidates of the current PADI IDC here in Khao Lak. Up early and back to my room late with lots of work waiting for me so the blog update got pushed back a bit.

Goodbye to October 2017; Sunrise at Big Buddha, earlier this month

Nonetheless, here we are, with an update on the weather for this version of October 2017.

In my opinion it was an average October. Plenty of sunny moments, especially during the mornings, but also plenty of partially to cloudy skies and a fair amount of tropical showers with some thunderstorms thrown in for good measure. A fair mix of different weather conditions for a tropical island like Koh Samui.

What else to expect in October, pretty much weather like I just described.

The monsoon is lurking in the shadows though and the beginning of next month may be very wet!

Goodbye to October 2017; Khao Lak main street, early morning, hardly any traffic at all before 7am

Looking forward to what November will bring next month. Stay tuned to this blog channel for steady updates.

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 16th October – 22nd October, 2017

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 16^th October – 22^nd October, 2017 

At last here's the Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 16th October – 22nd October, 2017. It has been a long and busy day for me today, hence my update is only being written right now, almost at the end of the day, just after 10pm.

It's already dark over Koh Samui but it was a nice day, dry and partially cloudy with sunshine and a max temp of around 32C. Current temp at 10pm is 27.3C

We're nearing the end of October but the weather is still holding out fairly nicely.

Since four days I find myself back in Khao Lak, where I am conducting a PADI IDC in conjunction with PADI 5* IDC Center 'Sea Dragon'.

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 16th October – 22nd October, 2017; Big Buddha early in the morning, earlier this month

Last week saw a few showers in the beginning of the week, including a very heavy thunderstorm, but all the showers were during the evening or night. Some of the days started out with beautiful blue skies to end with overcast. Later on in the week the rain vanished and we mostly had overcast days with temperatures ranging during last week between 30C and 35C

Koh Samui, Thailand weekly weather update; 16th October – 22nd October, 2017; Big and small hen statues in front of a shrine at the hill just before you get into Khao Lak

The forecast for next week is a fair bit of breeze tomorrow and a small possibility of a tropical shower each day. Once we hit next week Friday and the weekend, we may see some more rain coming our way. Still, pretty good for an October!

Please do 'like' my Koh Samui blog Facebook page and enjoy the beaches around the island or in front of your hotel or resort and get some well deserved rest and a break. If you're done resting or need something else to do, there's plenty of things on offer on and around Koh Samui, you can go snorkeling or diving or take a dive course. You can also enjoy some of the trips I recommend, like a half day gourmet lunch and snorkeling trip at the Southern part of Koh Samui or a photography trip where you get to see the most photo genetic spots on the island or go for a drinks tasting tour if you like a tipple or two. 

Contact me for more detailed information on any of the options mentioned. 

If you like to donate to this blog, use this secure link PayPal.Me/CamilleLemmens. 

Camille