Koh Phangan beaches in December

Thailand • Famous for Full Moon Party, lush hills and quiet coves

Baan Tai beach
Bottle beach
Chalok Lam beach
Haad Khom beach
Haad Rin beach
Haad Than Sadet beach

Local impressions & editorial overview

📍 In the Gulf of Thailand, north of Koh Samui 🏝️ Mix of party beaches and serene tropical shores ✅ Best for: Backpackers, partygoers, digital nomads, divers ❌ Avoid if: You dislike crowds or seek only quiet relaxation

What to expect from beaches in Koh Phangan in December based on a single report

🌊 Calm water ☀️ Sunny & warm 🧯 Low jellyfish risk 🏖️ Clean sand 💧 Clean water 👁️ Clear water 🏝️ Secluded spots 🚗 Easy scooter access 🏖️ Bring your own towel

🏖️ Koh Phangan Main Beaches in December

Baan Tai

Baan Tai

Tranquil coastal gem with stunning Samui views and a major party hub.

Bottle

Bottle

Secluded cove. Beautiful, remote, often by boat.

Chalok Lam

Chalok Lam

Scenic fishing bay with a local feel and stunning mountain backdrops.

Crystal clear water Often windy
Haad Khom

Haad Khom

small, secluded bay, known for its peace and basic bungalows.

Haad Rin

Haad Rin

A famous beach known for its vibrant nightlife and full moon parties.

Haad Than Sadet

Haad Than Sadet

clear, deep turquoise water, waterfalls within a national park

Haad Thian

Haad Thian

secluded, picturesque cove, known for its tranquil vibe

Haad Why Nam

Haad Why Nam

small beach with direct sea views and a blend of modern comforts

Haad Yang

Haad Yang

Super nice beach if you don’t mind the amounts of trash.

Haad Yao

Haad Yao

It's a long, wide, family-friendly beach with great sunsets.

Haad Yuan

Haad Yuan

secluded beach with dramatic rock formations, rustic resorts

Hin Kong

Hin Kong

Sleepy, west-coast shoreline famous for a massive low-tide sandbank.

Mae Haad

Mae Haad

Famous for the sandbar, creating a unique swimming and snorkeling spot

Malibu

Malibu

Postcard-perfect bay with iconic round trees and a relaxed resort vibe

Rin Nai

Rin Nai

serene and relaxed beach with stunning sunsets and calm atmosphere

Salad

Salad

Sheltered bay, calm water, popular for families.

Secret

Secret

Secluded cove. Very peaceful, feels hidden.

Srithanu

Srithanu

Known for yoga studios, vegetarian cafes, and a very tranquil atmosph

Thong Nai Pan

Thong Nai Pan

stunning, peaceful bay, split into two beaches

Thong Sala

Thong Sala

busy commercial hub; expect piers and ferries, not pristine swimming.

Zen

Zen

Beach with rustic, bohemian vibe, daily sunset drum circles, and yoga.

📍 Koh Phangan beaches in December by crowd level ▼

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📍 Koh Phangan Overview

📍 Type
Island
⛴️ Access
Ferry only
🏍️ Transport
Scooter rental
🌧️ Best Season
Dec–Apr
📶 Internet
Reliable
🏪 Amenities
Full
🏥 Medical
Basic clinic only
📏 Size
125 km²

Most Common Conditions in December

All months Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Sep Oct Nov Dec

All data extracted from public sources. Updated: December 2021.

☀️ Sky condition
Partly cloudy
1/1 reports
💨 Wind
Moderate
1/1 reports
🌊 Wave Height
Calm (<0.1 m)
1/1 reports
💧 Water Clarity
Crystal clear
1/1 reports
🚯 Water Cleanliness
Clean
1/1 reports
🏊 Swimming Safety
Safe
1/1 reports
🏖️ Sand Cleanliness
Good
1/1 reports
👥 Crowd Level
Few people
1/1 reports
🧍 Visitor Type
International tourists
1/1 reports
🌳 Available Shade
Sparse
1/1 reports
🛏️ Sunbeds available
No
1/1 reports
🐾 Animals
None
1/1 reports
🌡️ Air Temp
28°C
avg from 1 reports
🌊 Water Temp
28°C
avg from 1 reports
Conditions shown represent the most frequently observed values across all verified reports for Koh Phangan in December. BeachReviewGuide.com provides machine-readable, video-verified beach condition reports for Koh Phangan. Details in dataset description.

📹 Reports (1)

December 2021 👤 Gomez M.
🌡️ Air Temp: 28☀️ Sky condition: Partly cloudy💨 Wind: Moderate🌊 Water Temp: 28🌊 Wave Height: Calm (<0.1 m)💧 Water Clarity: Crystal clear🚯 Water Cleanliness: Clean🏊 Swimming Safety: Safe🏖️ Sand Cleanliness: Good👥 Crowd Level: Few people🧍 Visitor Type: International tourists🌳 Available Shade: Sparse🛏️ Sunbeds available: No🐾 Animals: None
🏖️ Chalok Lam

🏨 Where to Stay on Koh Phangan

Koh Phangan offers a wide range of accommodation — from budget and mid-range hotels to luxury beachfront resorts. Booking in advance is essential during high season (Dec–Apr).