Average Monthly Sunshine in Chiang Mai

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Chiang Mai, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 295 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of August provide just 116 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2525 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Chiang Mai, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.8 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per day.

Chiang Mai’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Chiang Mai enjoys an average of 2525 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

August, Chiang Mai’s wettest month, receives 32 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 34°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Chiang Mai Precipitation page.