Krabi Town
Krabi Town is the provincial capital, on the Krabi River, with a weekend night market, the Tiger Cave Temple climb and boats to Railay. It works well as one night before the beaches.
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Krabi Town is the capital of Krabi Province in southern Thailand, on the Krabi River about half an hour by road from the Ao Nang beach area. It is a working provincial town, with shophouses, local markets and a riverside that is lively after dark. Travelers heading to the islands and the coast often pass through, and one night here is a reasonable stop on its own.
The main sight is Tiger Cave Temple, a Buddhist temple on a hill outside town, reached by a long flight of steps. Go early or late in the day to climb in cooler air. A weekend night market adds an evening option, and boats to Railay leave from the area. Krabi Town suits budget travelers and anyone with a short gap before the islands. The dry season, roughly November to April, is the best time to visit, and one or two nights is enough.
Krabi Town in five
- Stay one night, not threeThe town is a practical base for markets, onward vans and a low budget, but the beaches are 30 to 40 minutes away. Add a night at Ao Nang or Railay to match your schedule.Krabi Province
- Climb Tiger Cave Temple in the early morningThe temple (Wat Tham Suea) has more than a thousand steps up a hillside, and the heat builds by mid-morning. Bring water, closed shoes and a layer for temple rules.
- Eat at the night marketThe waterfront and weekend markets are a cheap, easy dinner and a good place to find southern dishes. Hours and stalls vary, so check on the day.
- Take a longtail to Railay from the river pierBoats from the Krabi Town waterfront reach Railay in roughly 45 minutes, slower than from Ao Nang, but cheaper for budget travelers. Boats stop in the evening.Railay
- Use the town as a gateway to the islandsVans and ferries run to Ko Lanta and Phi Phi, though the main Phi Phi ferries leave from Klong Jilad pier outside town. Check which pier your ticket uses.Ko Phi Phi
Things to do in Krabi Town
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Need to know
- Airport
- Krabi International (KBV), about 15–20 min from the town
- Getting there
- Flights to KBV; buses and vans from Phuket, Surat Thani and Trang
- Getting around
- Songthaews, tuk-tuks and walking; the center is compact
- Best base
- Near the river or night-market area for food and transport
- Time needed
- 1 night; a day if you add Tiger Cave Temple
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryRain14 rainy daysHigh31°Low24°Dry, peak seasonJanuaryRain
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 108 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, peak season
- FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh32°Low24°Dry, calm seasFebruaryPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 57 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, calm seas
- MarchRain14 rainy daysHigh34°Low25°Hot, clearMarchRain
Good
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 91 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, clear
- AprilRain23 rainy daysHigh32°Low26°Hot, SongkranAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 188 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, Songkran
- MayRain28 rainy daysHigh31°Low26°Rains beginMayRain
Mixed
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 299 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains begin
- JuneRain23 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°RainyJuneRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 232 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy
- JulyRain24 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°RainyJulyRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 240 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy
- AugustRain26 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°RainyAugustRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 253 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy
- SeptemberRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°WettestSeptemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 311 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wettest
- OctoberRain29 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°RainyOctoberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 363 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rainy
- NovemberRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Seas settleNovemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 336 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Seas settle
- DecemberRain19 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Peak, book earlyDecemberRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 181 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Peak, book early
Average daily high and low in Krabi Town, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Krabi Town
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 29°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 8 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Krabi
05:41 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today31°23°100%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Wed31°23°98%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Thu31°22°100%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Fri31°23°98%Friday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Sat31°22°98%Saturday: Rain. High 31°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Sun30°23°92%Sunday: Thunderstorms. High 30°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 92%.
Updated 03:19 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 33.76 THB
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
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Before you go to Krabi Town
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Rules for Krabi Town, checked
- Many nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free for short stays. Check your eligibility and any entry card you need before you book.Source
- Vapes and e-cigarettes are banned in Thailand, including importing and possessing them, so leave them at home.
- Cannabis rules have changed. Check the current rules before you buy or carry any.
- Dial 191 for police, 1669 for an ambulance, or 1155 for the Tourist Police anywhere in Thailand.
- Cover shoulders and knees and take off your shoes before entering temple halls, including at Tiger Cave Temple.
Plan around Krabi Town
Islands, cities and the north beyond Krabi
Read the guideKrabi ProvinceThe wider province and base choices
Read the guideAo NangBeach strip 30–40 minutes away
Read the guideRailayCliff-backed beaches by longtail
Read the guideKo LantaQuiet island by minivan and ferry
Read the guideBest time to visit ThailandAndaman season window, month by month
Read the guideKrabi Town FAQ
Is Krabi Town worth visiting?
As a one-night stop, yes, for the river, the markets and Tiger Cave Temple. It is not a beach town, so most visitors stay at Ao Nang or Railay.
How far is Krabi Town from Ao Nang?
About 30 to 40 minutes by songthaew or taxi. Songthaews run during the day and stop in the evening.
How many steps are there at Tiger Cave Temple?
More than a thousand, up a steep stair to a hilltop shrine. Start early, bring water and wear closed shoes.
Is Krabi Town safe at night?
Yes, it is a quiet provincial town with busy markets in the evening. Use normal city precautions.
How do you get from Krabi Town to the airport?
By taxi or shared van, about 15 to 20 minutes. Book a ride the night before for early flights.