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Wichit, Thailand
Phuket · Thailand
Wichit is a mid-size city in Phuket, Thailand with a population of 38,701. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wichit
The Old Town is an area of historical interest in the city of Phuket. The main streets of Old Town are Thalang, Phang Nga, Krabi, Dibuk, and Yoawarat. Old Town is noted for Sino-Portuguese buildings on both sides of the street. Many old buildings have been converted into shops, hotels, restaurants, and museums. Although Phuket Town is not a resort town, the nearest beaches are Patong, Karon and Kata.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,701 |
| Population Density | 6,684 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.8894°, 98.3852° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Phuket |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.6 inches (2,402 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wichit
Wichit is a mid-size city in Thailand (Phuket) with a population of 38,701. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Wichit
Wichit has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (29°C), the coldest is Dec (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2721 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,684/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.8894°N, 98.3852°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 14.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | Coldest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Wichit has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 94.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Wichit
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ดาราสมุทรภูเก็ต | - | - | - | - |
| Darasamuth School | - | - | - | - |
| Satree Phuket school | - | - | - | - |
| QSI International School of Phuket | - | - | - | - |
| โรงเรียนภูเก็ตวิทยาลัย | - | - | - | - |
| โรงเรียนสตรีภูเก็ต | - | - | - | - |
| Ban Sam Kong Municipal School | - | - | - | - |
| Wittayasatid School | - | - | - | - |
| Plook Pan Ya School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wichit
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yesterday 106.5 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| DPRadio | ambient, chill | OGG | |
| GOLD Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Wichit
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baan Bangla Mangrove Forests Museum | ||||
| Baan Chinpracha | ||||
| Father of the Royal Thai Navy | ||||
| Museum Phuket | ||||
| Old Lighthouse | ||||
| Peranakan Museum | ||||
| Philatelic museum | ||||
| Phuket Mining Museum | ||||
| Phuket Seashell Museum | ||||
| Phuket Thai Hua School | ||||
| Phuket Trickeye Museum | ||||
| Thalang National Museum | ||||
| Thavorn Phuket Museum |
Libraries in Wichit
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bake and Blaze Coffee shop | 0.0 | |||||
| Chalerm Rajkumari Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| H | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wichit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bang Tao Night Market | |||||
| Banzaan Fresh Market | |||||
| Banzaan Night Market | |||||
| Chalong Market | |||||
| Chillva Market | |||||
| Chillva Market 2 (Seafood) | |||||
| Food Market | |||||
| Fresh food market | |||||
| Friday Night Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Kamala Night Market | |||||
| Kamala seafood&fruit market | |||||
| Karon Temple Market | |||||
| Kata Open Market | |||||
| Kata Walking Street Night Market | |||||
| Koh Kaew Market | |||||
| Lard Yai Sunday Night Market | |||||
| Local Market Baan Borae | |||||
| Malin Plaza | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market mo, wed | |||||
| Midtown Phuket Night Market Walking Street (หลาดมิดทาวน์) | |||||
| Might Food Market | |||||
| Might Food Market | |||||
| Might Food Market | |||||
| might food market | |||||
| Naka Street food | |||||
| Ni Yang Night Market | |||||
| Night Market | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Night Market (Touristic) | |||||
| Open market | |||||
| Plein Poa Night Market | |||||
| Rawai fish market | |||||
| SB Plaza | |||||
| Shopping Paradise | |||||
| Sunsuri Sunset Market | |||||
| Talad Kaset | |||||
| Thawisaman Market | |||||
| Viset Tourist Fruit Market (expensive!) | |||||
| ตลาดนัดโกเบ๋งบ้านพอน | |||||
| ตลาดสดสาธารณะ 1 | |||||
| น้องหญิงซีฟู้ด | |||||
| เมืองอาหารตลาด | |||||
| โกอ้านเบียร์วุ้น |
Hotels in Wichit
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wichit
78 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wichit
36 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wichit
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Wichit
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wichit
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Wichit
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wichit
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wichit
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wichit
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wichit
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wichit
7 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wichit
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wichit
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Krabi International Airport | KBV | Large Airport |
| Phuket International Airport | HKT | Large Airport |
| Phuket Airpark | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wichit
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lim Hu Tai Su Shrine | |
| Sam Sae Chu Hut Shirine | |
| Wat Khao Rang | |
| Wat Kosit Wihan Hall of a Temple | |
| Wat Sam Kong | |
| ที่พักสงฆ์เขารังนอก |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wichit
What is the population of Wichit?
Wichit has a population of 38,701 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 6,684 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wichit?
Wichit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.6 inches.