SafetyTravel note
West-coast seas are rough in the monsoon
Patong Beach, Phuket, Phuket Province
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
During the south-west monsoon, beaches on Phuket's west coast get strong waves and rip currents, and red flags go up. Island boat trips can be cancelled.
The lesson
Never swim where red flags are up, and keep boat trip days flexible.
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