Chiang Mai Weather in December

December in Chiang Mai brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 16°C (61°F). Only 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.

Rainfall in Chiang Mai in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 2 days of rain, with 12 mm (0.5 in) average for the month. On the rare occasion it rains, expect a brief, moderate shower rather than a heavy downpour.

Temperature in Chiang Mai in December

The excellent temperature in Chiang Mai in December makes it a solid month to visit, with 30°C (86°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 16°C (61°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions. Although it's cooler than other months, you can still expect warm and pleasant weather.

Sunshine in Chiang Mai in December

The month enjoys around 259 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Chiang Mai in December

Average wind conditions reach () in December. This results in mostly calm, still weather and is ideal for most activities. While this is an average, conditions can vary slightly from completely calm to occasionally breezy days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Chiang Mai.