Heavy rain hits Phuket, flooding Patong and Phuket Town as canal levels rise

Heavy rain to very heavy rain that began at around 04:00 on 1 July 2026 caused flooding in several parts of Phuket, including Patong in Kathu district and multiple locations across Muang district, while water levels in canals rose and increased the risk of overflow.

Authorities warned motorists to avoid inundated roads and travel with caution as water covered roads in flooded areas. The reported impact centered on Patong and the Phuket Town area, where rainwater was left standing after the downpour.

At the same time, water levels in canals were reported to be rising. That increase raised concern that the canals could overflow if conditions worsened.

The report did not provide rainfall totals, the depth of flooding, or details on any emergency response. It also did not specify which canals were affected or whether roads, homes, or businesses had been damaged.