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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit San Pa Tong.
The climate in San Pa Tong, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 38°C (100°F) in April down to 30°C (86°F) in December.
With around 1318 mm (52 in) of annual rainfall, San Pa Tong has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has distinct dry (November to March) and wet (June to September) seasons. The wettest month is August. The most sunshine falls in March, with an average of 9.8 hours of daily sunshine.
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In San Pa Tong, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C (100°F) in April. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in April to 16°C (61°F) in December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
San Pa Tong experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1318 mm (52 in) of precipitation annually. San Pa Tong can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 270 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 6.6 mm (0.3 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our San Pa Tong Precipitation page.
San Pa Tong can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of March under a blue sky, with approximately 9.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in August, with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in San Pa Tong.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 52%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from () to 1 m/s (2 knots). It is lower in January, November and December and higher in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. What does this mean?
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 San Pa Tong. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. San Pa Tong has distinct dry (November to March) and wet (June to September) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in December to 38°C (100°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 16°C (61°F) to 25°C (77°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1318 mm (52 in). August is the wettest month with 270 mm (11 in), while February is the driest with 6.6 mm (0.3 in).
San Pa Tong receives around 2,525 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 295 hours, while August is the cloudiest with just 116 hours. Overall, San Pa Tong enjoys abundant sunshine.
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