When to visit
Chiang Mai?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai · Thailand

The best weather in Chiang Mai is from January, February, December, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are February, March, April.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
44

Mixed climate

Hot & rainy

Temperature
24–31°C
Hot nights — A/C advised
Feels like
29–37°C
Muggy
Precipitation
220mm
Heavy downpours · 22 days
Sunshine
5.9h
Overcast
Humidity (%)
80%
Muggy
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
71
Low season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun71JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score949786724544363641608594
ClimatePleasantPleasantHot & dryHot & dryHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyRainyPleasantPleasant
Temperature17–27°C18–30°C21–34°C24–35°C25–34°C24–31°C24–30°C23–29°C23–29°C22–29°C20–29°C18–27°C
Feels like18–29°C18–32°C23–36°C26–39°C29–39°C29–37°C29–36°C28–35°C28–36°C26–35°C23–33°C19–30°C
Precipitation25mm
4 days
21mm
1 days
10mm
1 days
56mm
4 days
183mm
14 days
220mm
22 days
333mm
30 days
390mm
30 days
328mm
27 days
174mm
17 days
49mm
7 days
25mm
4 days
Sunshine10.2h
☀︎ 91%
10.8h
☀︎ 94%
10.9h
☀︎ 90%
11.1h
☀︎ 88%
10.1h
☀︎ 78%
5.9h
☀︎ 44%
4.9h
☀︎ 37%
4.4h
☀︎ 34%
6.2h
☀︎ 50%
9.3h
☀︎ 79%
10.1h
☀︎ 90%
10.2h
☀︎ 92%
WindN · 8 km/hW · 9 km/hS · 10 km/hSW · 11 km/hS · 11 km/hS · 10 km/hS · 9 km/hS · 8 km/hS · 8 km/hN · 7 km/hN · 7 km/hN · 8 km/h
Humidity (%)71%59%52%55%70%80%85%87%86%84%79%75%
Day length11.1h11.5h12.0h12.6h13.0h13.2h13.1h12.8h12.2h11.7h11.3h11.0h
Tourist CrowdsHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh season

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?

The best weather in Chiang Mai is from February, January, December, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are April, February, March (17–35 °C).

What is the weather like in Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai has a Tropical climate with an overall score of 6.6/10. Annual temperatures range from 17 °C to 35 °C.

What is the hottest month in Chiang Mai?

The hottest month in Chiang Mai is April, with average highs of 35 °C and lows of 24 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Chiang Mai?

The rainiest month in Chiang Mai is August, with an average of 390 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Chiang Mai?

Peak season in Chiang Mai is January, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Chiang Mai?

Shoulder season in Chiang Mai falls in February, March, July, August, November. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.