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Kathu
City in Phuket, Thailand
Overview
Kathu is a dynamic district in central Phuket, Thailand, combining local charm with quick access to Patong's world-famous beaches and nightlife. Known for its golf courses, lush scenery, and traditional markets, it's a popular base for both visitors and expat residents.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Thailand
Province
Phuket
Population
58,600
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
7.92°, 98.33°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$1,058
Local Cost
$425
Local Income
$400
Cashless
55
English
50
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.9°C
Winter Avg
27.2°C
Record High
33.2°C
Record Low
23.1°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
2526 mm
Internet Speed
295 Mbps
Upload
255 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
24
Coworking
0
Cafes
17
Nightlife
6
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HKT
Distance
21 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 81 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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