Laem Ka nude beach
Laem Ka nude beach is a clothing-optional beach in Phuket, Thailand. The sea is warmest in May at about 30°C (86°F) and coolest in January (28°C (83°F)). Average air temperatures peak in April at 29°C (84°F), and the best time to visit is all year.
Weather and water temperature at Laem Ka nude beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January (best) | 27°C | 28°C | 80 mm |
| February (best) | 28°C | 29°C | 27 mm |
| March (best) | 28°C | 29°C | 112 mm |
| April (best) | 29°C | 30°C | 145 mm |
| May (best) | 29°C | 30°C | 265 mm |
| June (best) | 28°C | 30°C | 281 mm |
| July (best) | 28°C | 30°C | 264 mm |
| August (best) | 28°C | 30°C | 310 mm |
| September (best) | 27°C | 29°C | 352 mm |
| October (best) | 27°C | 29°C | 336 mm |
| November (best) | 27°C | 29°C | 219 mm |
| December (best) | 27°C | 29°C | 137 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 7.77687, 98.33611 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Thailand?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Laem Ka nude beach clothing optional?
Laem Ka nude beach is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Thailand before you go.
When is the best time to visit Laem Ka nude beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are all year. July averages 28°C (82°F) and January 27°C (80°F).
How warm is the water at Laem Ka nude beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 28°C (83°F) to 30°C (86°F) in May. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.