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Krabi Rain Radar — Live Weather Map | RainViewer

Live rain radar for Krabi, updated every 5 min. Track Andaman squalls before they close the Railay longtail crossing or cancel the Phi Phi ferry. Free.

Rain in Krabi: What You Need to Know

Krabi's limestone karst landscape — the towering formations that define Ao Nang, Railay Beach, and Phang Nga Bay — creates complex local weather patterns. During the southwest monsoon from May to October, storms arriving off the Andaman can stall against the karst, producing intense localised rainfall over specific bays while nearby areas stay clear.

Railay Beach, accessible only by boat, is particularly vulnerable: a squall that forms offshore can make the longtail boat crossing dangerous within 20 minutes. Checking the radar before a Railay departure is not optional.

RainViewer Radar Coverage in Krabi

RainViewer combines Andaman coast radar for Krabi. You can track rain in Phang Nga, Trang, and Phuket from here.

  • Wet season (May–October)

    Southwest monsoon dominant with dramatic afternoon squalls. October can produce intense late-season events.

  • Dry season (November–April)

    Peak tourist season, minimal rain.

  • Transition (May)

    Unpredictable; storms can arrive at any hour.

Why You Need a Rain Radar in Krabi

  • Timing the longtail boat crossing to Railay Beach

    A squall visible on the radar 30 minutes offshore gives passengers and boat operators lead time to make the trip or wait.

  • Planning a Phi Phi or Koh Lanta ferry departure

    Checking the offshore radar before a 9am departure tells you whether the cell forming to the southwest will intercept the route.

  • Timing rock climbing at Railay and Tonsai

    Limestone routes become impassable and dangerous when wet. Climbers checking the radar at dawn know whether the day's window is usable.

Krabi Rain Radar: Frequently Asked Questions

How often does the RainViewer map update for Krabi?

Every 5 minutes. Andaman squalls can move fast — this update frequency gives the earliest practical warning.

Can RainViewer track offshore cells approaching Krabi?

Yes. The radar covers offshore Andaman areas with direction arrows showing cell movement.

Track Rain in Krabi in Real Time

See rain in Krabi before it closes the boat pier

Whether you're timing a Railay crossing or planning a Phi Phi ferry, RainViewer gives you offshore and coastal precision updated every 5 minutes.

  • 2-hour forecast in 5-min slices

    See the exact window when the storm passes and the soil is passable again

  • Rain alerts before rain arrives

    Set home, office, or school pickup - notified while you can still act

  • Direction arrows on the map

    See whether the cell is moving toward you or tracking away

  • 48 hours of radar history

    Recognise yesterday’s storm patterns forming again today

  • Multiple locations

    Track home, kids’ school, and office at the same time

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