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Bophut Beach
Live Sea Conditions & Sheltered Bay Score for Gulf of Thailand (Samui & Phangan)
Koh Samui, Gulf of Thailand (Samui & Phangan)
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About this spot
Bophut Beach on Koh Samui has a coarse sand shoreline facing north. It faces the channel between the islands, so conditions depend on wind direction; check the live forecast before swimming.
Shoreline · Coarse Sand
Island Channel · coast faces N (0°).
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Bophut Beach: frequently asked questions
- Is Bophut Beach suitable for a calm swim?
- Bophut Beach is geographically modeled as an azimuth-0° facing cove with natural Island Channel topographic shelter. Its coastal orientation helps buffer against certain angled swells, though exposed open-water conditions can still bring shorebreaks.
- What coastal factors affect water conditions at Bophut Beach?
- Water tranquility at Bophut Beach is primarily governed by prevailing seasonal trade winds interacting with its 0° coastal orientation. When incoming swell direction directly aligns with this angle, chop and currents increase. Always cross-reference live forecasts before swimming.
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GlassySea scores are automated informational estimates and do not guarantee safe swimming conditions. Always follow local warnings.