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Chiang Rai Thailand · 치앙라이
Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
Current weather in Chiang Rai
25°Feels like 25°
Humidity 73.8% · Wind 9.4 m/s
Hourly forecast (today)
Date: 2026-03-1212 PM29°
💧3%
1 PM30°
💧3%
2 PM31°
💧3%
3 PM32°
💧3%
4 PM27°
💧3%
5 PM19°
💧3%
6 PM20°
💧3%
7 PM21°
💧3%
8 PM21°
💧94%
9 PM20°
💧94%
10 PM19°
💧94%
11 PM19°
💧94%
Daily forecast (up to 14 days)
2주간 온도 흐름17° ~ 39°
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Today
Low 19°/ High 32°
💧94%
Tomorrow
Low 17°/ High 28°
💧100%
3/14
Low 18°/ High 28°
💧90%
3/15
Low 18°/ High 29°
💧58%
3/16
Low 19°/ High 31°
💧19%
3/17
Low 20°/ High 33°
💧10%
3/18
Low 21°/ High 34°
💧3%
3/19
Low 20°/ High 35°
💧7%
3/20
Low 22°/ High 36°
💧7%
3/21
Low 23°/ High 36°
💧16%
3/22
Low 23°/ High 36°
💧16%
3/23
Low 23°/ High 37°
💧23%
3/24
Low 23°/ High 38°
💧23%
3/25
Low 23°/ High 39°
💧16%
What to wear
Actual feel varies with wind and rain, but the tips below should help you build a comfortable travel outfit.
Chiang Rai outfit guide
- • 🌡️ 15–20°C (mornings/nights in Nov–Feb): It can feel surprisingly cool. A light hoodie, cardigan, or windbreaker is strongly recommended.
- • 🌡️ 21–28°C (daytime in the cool dry season): Comfortable for sightseeing—T-shirts, light long sleeves, and casual pants/shorts work well.
- • 🌡️ 29–35°C (hot season in Mar–Apr): Midday heat rises quickly. Wear breathable summer clothes and bring strong sun protection.
- • 🌦️ Rainy season (May–Oct): Short heavy showers are common. Quick-dry clothing, spare clothes, and a compact umbrella/poncho help a lot.
- • 👟 Shoes: You’ll walk a lot (temples, markets, cafés). Comfortable sneakers are ideal; choose non-slip soles in the rainy season.
- • 🧳 Extras: UV can be strong—sunscreen is a must. In the dry season, lip balm and hand cream can be useful.
Travel tips
- • 🧥 Chiang Rai often feels cooler than beach destinations in Thailand, especially at night—pack at least one light outer layer.
- • 🌫️ Feb–Apr can overlap with regional haze/smoke. If you’re sensitive, check AQI and consider bringing a high-filtration mask.
- • ☀️ Sun can be strong, but shade feels much cooler—layering is surprisingly useful.
- • 🌧️ In the rainy season, showers often pass quickly. A few indoor backup spots keep the trip smooth.
- • 🚗 City + countryside day trips are common, so plan with generous travel time.
FAQ
Q. When is the best time to visit Chiang Rai?
A. Generally Nov–Feb is the easiest (cool, dry). Mar–Apr is hot, and May–Oct is rainy but quieter and still enjoyable with flexible plans.
Q. Is Chiang Rai cooler than Chiang Mai?
A. They’re similar, but Chiang Rai can feel cooler at night and in the early morning depending on the day and location.
Q. Is the rainy season a bad idea?
A. Not necessarily. Some days are rainy, but many showers are short. With rain gear and backup plans, it can still be a great trip.
Explore Chiang Rai
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