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Golden Triangle Climate by Month

The temperature in Golden Triangle varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very hot to warm. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Golden Triangle changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. 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

Golden Triangle has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2089 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives heavy rainfall, averaging 415 mm of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 15 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 Golden Triangle. 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 (56 KM, 34 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chiang Rai, Thailand (56 KM, 34 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Golden Triangle in Thailand

Golden Triangle 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 Golden Triangle?
    Rainy season in Golden Triangle occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the hottest month in Golden Triangle?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Golden Triangle?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Golden Triangle?
    July tops the wettest month list with 415 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Golden Triangle?
    February is the driest month with 15 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Golden Triangle?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Golden Triangle

    Thu   Nov 21
    30°C | 20°C
    SE 4 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    30°C | 19°C
    E 4 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    30°C | 19°C
    SW 4 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain