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Chiang Mai, Thailand · Tropical

Chiang Mai in July: go or not?

Mixed period. Chiang Mai in July: 4.7/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 18.79°N · 98.98°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Chiang Mai · July
4.7
24–30°
Temperature
46%
Rain
4h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Rob King via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

In the height of summer, Chiang Mai sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

July ranks 10 out of 12 months in Chiang Mai. Compared to June: 7 pts more rainy days, −1.2h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Chiang Mai is January (9.3/10), 4.6 pts higher than July.

See January →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Thailand

🗣️LanguageThai
💶CurrencyThai Baht (฿)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trendData unavailable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 55%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Chiang Mai ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Thailand
Tropical climate with a 9.3 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
18.79°N · 98.98°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
January is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 17.0°C lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Chiang Mai get in January?
Chiang Mai averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Chiang Mai?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Chiang Mai in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 17.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Chiang Mai good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Chiang Mai scores 8.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Chiang Mai?
April is the most difficult month to visit Chiang Mai, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Chiang Mai in July?
The average UV index reaches 7 in July in Chiang Mai (high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.