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Chiang Mai weather in April (Chiang Mai Province, Thailand)

Looking to travel to Chiang Mai in April? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In April, Chiang Mai generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 38°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Chiang Mai in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 6 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 280 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Chiang Mai. January, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chiang Mai climate page with graphs.

 

Chiang Mai, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 38°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 57%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Thailand in April

Find out more about the weather in Thailand in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chiang Mai in April?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

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