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Kata Beach
Live Sea Conditions & Sheltered Bay Score for Phuket
Phuket Southwest, Phuket
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About this spot
Real-time sea surface calmness, swell height, wind forecast, and swim suitability for Kata Beach, Phuket. Check current glassy water score.
Open Coast · coast faces W (270°).
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Kata Beach: frequently asked questions
- Is Kata Beach suitable for a calm swim?
- Kata Beach is an open-ocean coastline facing 270° azimuth with minimal natural wave obstruction. It frequently receives direct raw ocean swells, making it more prone to surf breaks and active currents. Swimmers should exercise high caution and check real-time sea conditions.
- What coastal factors affect water conditions at Kata Beach?
- Water tranquility at Kata Beach is primarily governed by prevailing seasonal trade winds interacting with its 270° 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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