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

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Chiang Mai during January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The weather in Chiang Mai during January is typically perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 31°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 15°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Chiang Mai in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 9.2 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 1 day will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 270 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Chiang Mai. January, November and December typically offer 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 January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
WindspeedWindspeed  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Thailand in January

Find out more about the weather in Thailand and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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