Trekking in Northern Thailand
One of the most beautiful attractions in Thailand is trekking along mountain villages north of Chiang Mai. The best time to trek is November until February.
August in Chiang Mai brings very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and nights dropping to 24°C (75°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Chiang Mai. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chiang Mai - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Chiang Mai typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chiang Mai spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Chiang Mai.
Find out more about the weather in Thailand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Thailand in August →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Chiang Mai in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Trekking in Northern Thailand
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