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Rawai
City in Phuket, Thailand
Overview
Rawai is a charming seaside town at the southern tip of Phuket, popular for its fresh seafood, local markets, and access to beautiful beaches. The area offers a mix of local culture and relaxed resort vibes, making it suitable for both laid-back vacations and longer stays.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Thailand
Province
Phuket
Population
16,988
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
7.78°, 98.33°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$933
Local Cost
$500
Local Income
$530
Cashless
50
English
55
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
194 Mbps
Upload
166 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
145
Coworking
3
Cafes
88
Nightlife
54
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HKT
Distance
37 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 57 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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