Heavy monsoon rain has triggered flash flooding across Phuket on 25 and 26 October 2026, with water and mudslides reported in all three of the islands districts. If you are on the island now or arriving this week, here is what is happening and what it means for your trip.
The good news first: local officials report no injuries on Phuket so far, and the airport and main tourist areas are operating. The disruption is mainly to roads and low-lying neighbourhoods.
What happened
Torrential rain on Sunday 25 October flooded roads across Thalang, Mueang Phuket and Kathu. On Thepkrasattri Road in Thalang, water rose deep enough to stall small cars.
Overnight into Monday 26 October the rain intensified. Flash floods hit all three districts, affecting around 100 households and setting off mudslides in the hills. Patong was among the hardest-hit areas, where runoff carried boulders, mud and debris into residential streets and parts of the commercial centre.
A deputy governor confirmed that cleanup and drainage crews were deployed across the affected districts as the water began to recede.
Which areas are affected
- Thalang — road flooding, including Thepkrasattri Road.
- Mueang Phuket (Phuket Town) — surface flooding in low-lying streets.
- Kathu / Patong — the worst affected, with mudslides and debris in residential and commercial areas.
Beaches, viewpoints and roads in the hilly west of the island are the most exposed to runoff and short-notice closures during heavy rain.
What it means for your trip
Most tours and transfers continue to run between downpours, but conditions can change within hours. A few simple steps keep your plans on track:
- Build extra time into airport transfers and cross-island drives in case of road flooding.
- Check the morning forecast before booking a sea trip — boat operators may delay or reroute when the sea is rough.
- Avoid hillside roads and viewpoints right after heavy rain, when mudslides are most likely.
- Keep an eye on updates from your hotel and tour operator.
If you are planning days on the water, our team re-checks conditions each morning and moves island-hopping departures to calmer routes when needed — see current options on our tours page and the island-hopping day trip.
Rain forecast
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of heavy, continuous rain across the south through Wednesday 28 October. Expect more short, intense downpours and the chance of further localised flooding until the system passes.
Late October falls at the tail of Phukets rainy season, so passing storms are normal — but this spell is heavier than usual. Flexible plans and a close eye on the forecast are the best way to enjoy the island this week.
