Changwat Chiang Mai Weather in January

January is one of the perfect months to visit Changwat Chiang Mai, with daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 8.9 mm (0.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

Expect around a single day of rain based on historical data, with 8.9 mm (0.4 in) average. Any rain that does arrive is likely to be fairly light and short-lived.

Temperature in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

Changwat Chiang Mai has perfect weather in January, with days reaching 31°C (88°F) and nights cooling to 16°C (61°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. With overnight lows of 16°C (61°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

The month enjoys around 270 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

January sees wind speeds averaging (). You'll typically experience very calm weather with minimal air movement throughout the month. Keep in mind this is an average. While most days are nearly windless, occasional windier days may still occur.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Changwat Chiang Mai.

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Changwat Chiang Mai Temperature in January

Min Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Max Temperature 31°C (88°F)  

Chance of Rain 3%  

Precipitation 8.9 mm (0.4 in)  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 67% *  

Windspeed () *  

Sunshine 270 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chiang Mai, Thailand (2 KM, 1 Miles).

What to Wear in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Changwat Chiang Mai in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Changwat Chiang Mai in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Thailand, check out our Changwat Chiang Mai's climate page.

More climate data for Changwat Chiang Mai

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed

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