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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mae Chan.
Mae Chan, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with April reaching 35°C (95°F) and December cooling to 28°C (82°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 2089 mm (82 in) annually. July is the wettest month. It has distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to September) seasons. The sunniest month is March, with 9.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The weather in Mae Chan changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C (95°F) in April to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in the coolest month, December.
Nights vary from 24°C (75°F) in April to around 14°C (57°F) during the colder months.
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Mae Chan is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2089 mm (82 in). The climate in Mae Chan shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, the wettest month, with an average of 401 mm (16 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mae Chan Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Mae Chan serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 3.9 hours of daily sunlight.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mae Chan.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 84%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Mae Chan. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Mae Chan has distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to September) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in December to 35°C (95°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Annual rainfall is around 2089 mm (82 in). July is the wettest month with 401 mm (16 in), while February is the driest with 15 mm (0.6 in).
Mae Chan receives around 2,555 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 295 hours, while August is the cloudiest with just 117 hours. Overall, Mae Chan enjoys abundant sunshine.
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