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About Railay

Railay, Thailand 🌴 is a stunning beach peninsula with a relaxed vibe, perfect for digital nomads who want inspiration over hustle. You’ll find peaceful cafés, good Wi‑Fi in some spots, and easy access to nature, climbing, and island life. It’s best for short stays or remote work with a vacation feel—not ideal for those needing a big coworking scene. 🏖️💻

Through the year

Best in January (65) · now 60
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 53 mm Feb: 80 mm Mar: 84 mm Apr: 187 mm May: 276 mm Jun: 215 mm Jul: 214 mm Aug: 230 mm Sep: 305 mm Oct: 255 mm Nov: 314 mm Dec: 144 mm Jan: 31°C / 23°C Feb: 32°C / 24°C Mar: 33°C / 24°C Apr: 32°C / 25°C May: 31°C / 25°C Jun: 30°C / 26°C Jul: 30°C / 25°C Aug: 30°C / 25°C Sep: 29°C / 25°C Oct: 30°C / 24°C Nov: 29°C / 24°C Dec: 30°C / 23°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 6.2
Safety 8.1
Digital Nomad Popularity 3.9
Internet Speed 7.2
Accommodation Cost 5.5
Weather 6.7
Female Friendly 7.8
Racial Tolerance 7.4
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Railay
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $685.36 per month
Coworking Space $197.99 per month
Coffee $3.20 per cup
Beer $3.66 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $4.57 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $137.07 per month
Mobile Plan $18.28 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $25.89 per month

Other cities in Thailand

Other cities in Thailand
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Chiang Mai $2,041 7.9 Compare
2 Bangkok $2,263 7.7 Compare
3 Phuket $2,245 7.3 Compare
4 Koh Phangan $2,513 7.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Phuket TH Thailand $2,245 7.3 Compare
2 Krabi TH Thailand $1,916 6.6 Compare
3 Ko Yao Noi TH Thailand $2,272 5.7 Compare
4 Ao Nang TH Thailand $1,937 6.4 Compare

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