2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Chiang Mai in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 28°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

28°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

11h

Is December a good time to visit Chiang Mai?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

5:50 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 29°C 17°C 0 Excellent (best)
February 32°C 18°C 0 Excellent (best)
March 36°C 21°C 0 Good
April 36°C 24°C 7 Good
May 36°C 26°C 15 Wet
June 33°C 25°C 28 Wet
July 31°C 24°C 29 Wet
August 29°C 24°C 31 Wet
September 30°C 24°C 26 Wet
October 29°C 22°C 18 Wet
November 29°C 20°C 8 Excellent (best)
December 28°C 16°C 0 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Chiang Mai? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Chiang Mai, with average highs of 28°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Chiang Mai in December? +

With highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Chiang Mai in December? +

Chiang Mai typically sees around 0 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Chiang Mai in December? +

In December, Chiang Mai gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Chiang Mai? +

Yes, December is peak season in Chiang Mai. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Chiang Mai? +

The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November, December, January, February, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Bangkok)

Last Updated: January 2026

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28° / 16°
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