2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Chiang Mai in January

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

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Climate Overview

January is an excellent time to visit Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 17°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

17°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

11.1h

Is January a good time to visit Chiang Mai?

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

Daylight

Sunrise

7:00 AM

Sunset

6:07 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
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 January

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 January a good time to visit Chiang Mai? +

January is typically Excellent for visiting Chiang Mai, with average highs of 29°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Chiang Mai in January? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

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

Chiang Mai typically sees around 0 rainy days in January.

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

In January, Chiang Mai gets approximately 11.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Chiang Mai? +

Yes, January 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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January

29° / 17°
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