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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mae Sai.
Temperatures in Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is April at 35°C (95°F), and the coolest is December at 27°C (81°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 2303 mm (91 in) annually. July is the wettest month. It has distinct dry (December to February) and wet (May to September) seasons. March is the sunniest month, averaging 9.8 hours of sunshine per day.
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In Mae Sai, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C (95°F) in April to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in the coolest month, December.
Nights vary from 24°C (75°F) in April to around 13°C (55°F) during the colder months.
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Mae Sai has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2303 mm (91 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Mae Sai shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, the wettest month, with an average of 460 mm (18 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mae Sai Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Mae Sai 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 Sai.
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, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Mae Sai. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Mae Sai has distinct dry (December to February) and wet (May to September) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in December to 35°C (95°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Annual rainfall is around 2303 mm (91 in). July is the wettest month with 460 mm (18 in), while February is the driest with 19 mm (0.7 in).
Mae Sai 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 Sai enjoys abundant sunshine.
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