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Chiang Rai Thailand · 치앙라이
Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
Current weather in Chiang Rai
26°Feels like 26°
Humidity 83.6% · Wind 9.4 m/s
Hourly forecast (today)
Date: 2026-06-111 PM25°
💧90%
2 PM26°
💧100%
3 PM25°
💧100%
4 PM25°
💧100%
5 PM24°
💧100%
6 PM23°
💧100%
7 PM23°
💧100%
8 PM23°
💧94%
9 PM23°
💧94%
10 PM23°
💧94%
11 PM22°
💧94%
Daily forecast (up to 14 days)
2주간 온도 흐름21° ~ 31°
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Today
Low 22°/ High 29°
💧100%
Tomorrow
Low 22°/ High 25°
💧100%
6/13
Low 21°/ High 27°
💧97%
6/14
Low 21°/ High 29°
💧90%
6/15
Low 21°/ High 31°
💧97%
6/16
Low 22°/ High 29°
💧94%
6/17
Low 22°/ High 29°
💧94%
6/18
Low 22°/ High 25°
💧90%
6/19
Low 22°/ High 24°
💧94%
6/20
Low 22°/ High 26°
💧94%
6/21
Low 22°/ High 26°
💧90%
6/22
Low 21°/ High 30°
💧77%
6/23
Low 22°/ High 29°
💧90%
6/24
Low 22°/ High 23°
💧94%
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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