Chiang Mai, ThailandQuick decision
When to visit Chiang Mai?
🌞 Best time overall
December
🌡️ Optimal temperature
64°F–82°F in December
🌧 Least rain
10% rainy days in December
🌧 Wettest month
August (96%)
📅 Best score
9.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
TemplesNovember–February — Doi Suthep, Wat Chedi Luang and hundreds of temples.
FestivalsNovember — Yi Peng (lanterns). April — Songkran (water).
Street Food & MarketsYear-round — Warorot, Night Bazaar and khao soi.
Trekking & NatureNovember–February — northern mountains, hill tribe villages and waterfalls.
Massage & WellnessYear-round — massage schools, spas and meditation retreats.
Monthly climate data
Chiang Mai weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 63°F | 82°F | 13% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ February | 64°F | 86°F | 6% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 70°F | 93°F | 6% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🥵 April | 75°F | 97°F | 22% | 0.1in | 11.1h | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 75°F | 91°F | 60% | 0.3in | 11.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 75°F | 88°F | 87% | 0.3in | 9.7h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 75°F | 86°F | 90% | 0.5in | 8.4h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 75°F | 86°F | 96% | 0.5in | 8.2h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 73°F | 86°F | 86% | 0.4in | 9.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 72°F | 86°F | 59% | 0.2in | 10.4h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 70°F | 84°F | 30% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ December | 64°F | 82°F | 10% | 0.0in | 10.1h | 9.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 34°F, 29% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 30°F, 91% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 58% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time
Average 29°F, 10% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.8/10.
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FAQ
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December is ideal with 10% rainy days and 28°F.
August is the wettest month with 96% rainy days.
Yes, December is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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