Thailand's southernmost inhabited island, Koh Lipe sits in the Tarutao National Marine Park just 30km from the Malaysian border. Originally home to the Urak Lawoi sea gypsy community, the island is surrounded by some of Thailand's most pristine coral reefs. Its crystal-clear waters earned it the nickname 'the Maldives of Thailand.'
Koh Lipe barely changes season: around 28°C most of the year.
There is a clear wet season from April – November, peaking in October with around 285 mm. The dry months run from February.
Wind is a factor: January averages 20 km/h, enough to notice on a terrace or a bike. Air quality is worth watching: July averages an AQI of 57, while November clears to 29.
Daylight is steady all year, around 12.0 hours a day.
For what you're after, the best months in Koh Lipe are December – April. Expect decent internet (37 Mbps) and a low cost of living (about €800 a month).
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