Tomorrow in Chiang Mai looks
sunny, with a high of 85°
and an overnight low of 69°.
Precipitation chance is modest at 17%.
Winds top out near 3 mph,
and the UV index reaches 8 (high).
Even January, the coolest month, has average highs near 81°F (27°C). April is hottest, so the main seasonal change is intensity rather than a move from warm to cold.
Plan around moisture and heat
Rain and sunshineAbout 1815 mm (71.5 inches) falls across 167 wet days, with 9.8 hours of sunshine on an average day.
Typical day and nightChiang Mai averages 87°F (30°C) by day and 71°F (22°C) at night across the year.
Seasonal changeApril highs reach 96°F (35°C), while January lows fall to 62°F (17°C).
August, at 15.4 inches (390 mm) over about 29 days. March is the driest month, at 10 mm (0.4 in).
Is there snow in Chiang Mai?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Chiang Mai shows no regular measurable snowfall.
Which month is coolest in Chiang Mai?
January, with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows near 62°F (17°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 49°F (10°C).
What is the hottest month in Chiang Mai?
April, averaging 96°F (35°C) by day and 74°F (24°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 108°F (42°C).
How sunny is Chiang Mai?
9.8 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in April at 11.1 hours.
What is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
Aim for November to February if you get the choice: the rains have stopped and the heat has not yet peaked, and highs average 83°F (28°C) against roughly 4 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.