Golden Buddha Beach Resort

Frequently Asked Questions

Weather

What is the weather like during your main season (November – April)?

• During the sunny season, temperatures gradually rise from November until May with very little rainfall experienced during this period. In January, you can expect highs of 30 – 32ºC with nights cool enough for sleeping under blankets. In April temperatures can climb up to 35ºC accompanied by occasional downpours. During this period, cooling on-shore winds develop each day blowing from the northwest and last until sunset. By bedtime gentle winds develop from the east and last until sunrise.

Is the mid-season (1 October -14 December) a good time to visit Golden Buddha Beach?

• The mid season is an excellent time to visit. It is not quite the high season, so prices are still discounted, but it is close enough so that the weather is just starting to be perfect. For the most part expect clear sunny days, warm nights with cool ocean breezes, and calm blue water. Occasionally there is still an afternoon shower, but as the mid-season progresses these become less and less likely.

What is the monsoon period? Are you open during this time?

• We are not open during the monsoon season in 2011
• Monsoon starts in May and lasts until early October by which time the seas have returned to normal. During the monsoon season, the Andaman Sea on our side of the island can be quite rough..
• Rainfall during this period generally consists of one heavy downpour in the afternoon, followed by very clear skies and exquisite sunsets. Spectacular thunderstorms during the night provide beautiful lightening shows over the Andaman sea. During this time some islands in Burmese waters, 100 kilometers from Golden Buddha, are visible from the beach. It is also possible that it rains much of the day for 2-3 days at a stretch but this is more common in June and September.
• During the sunny season, temperatures gradually rise from November until May with very little rainfall experienced during this period. In January, you can expect highs of 30 – 32ºC with nights cool enough for sleeping under blankets, in April temperatures can climb up to 35ºC accompanied by occasional downpours. During this period, cooling on-shore winds develop each day blowing from the northwest and last until sunset. By bed-time gentle winds develop from the east and last until sunrise.

When is your most popular period at Golden Buddha Beach?

• Our most popular period is from Mid December until Mid March. If you are considering this time of year please book early to avoid disappointment.

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