Best Time to Visit Chiang Mai
Best time: Feb, Jan, Dec, Mar.
Apr is warmest (36.3°C high); Aug is rainiest (194 mm).
Chiang Mai weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.2 | 13.6 | 3 | 8 |
| Feb | 32.3 | 15.1 | 6 | 9.2 |
| Mar | 35.2 | 18.7 | 22 | 9.8 |
| Apr | 36.3 | 22.1 | 49 | 10.2 |
| May | 34.2 | 23.2 | 160 | 9.1 |
| Jun | 32.6 | 23.7 | 117 | 8 |
| Jul | 31.8 | 23.4 | 145 | 7.2 |
| Aug | 31.3 | 23.2 | 194 | 7.2 |
| Sep | 31.6 | 22.8 | 185 | 7.6 |
| Oct | 31.3 | 21.5 | 112 | 7.8 |
| Nov | 29.9 | 18.5 | 46 | 7.3 |
| Dec | 28.2 | 14.6 | 10 | 7.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanDecMar
Beaches: FebJanMarDec
Hiking: JanDecFebMar
Sightseeing: FebJanDecNov
Chiang Mai quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Apr, May, Jun): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
Feb, Jan, Dec, Mar.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 194 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 36.3°C.
Where to stay
See Chiang Mai hotels · Book Chiang Mai tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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