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Chiang Khong Climate by Month

The temperature in Chiang Khong varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very hot to warm. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Chiang Khong experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 15°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Chiang Khong has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1854 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 377 mm of precipitation, recorded across 24 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 14 mm over 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Chiang Khong. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.8 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chiang Rai, Thailand (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chiang Rai, Thailand (72 KM, 44 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Chiang Khong in Thailand

Chiang Khong has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 35°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Chiang Khong?
    Rainy season in Chiang Khong occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the hottest month in Chiang Khong?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Chiang Khong?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chiang Khong?
    August tops the wettest month list with 377 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chiang Khong?
    February is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Chiang Khong?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Chiang Khong

    Fri   Dec 13
    30°C | 16°C
    NE 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    27°C | 17°C
    E 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    21°C | 14°C
    NE 7 km/h
    1.6 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain