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Chiang Mai

Thailand

The Rose of the North in northern Thailand's mountains offers over 300 Buddhist temples, legendary night markets, and a thriving digital nomad scene. Elephant sanctuaries, jungle treks, and Thai cooking classes round out the experience.

What awaits you

City tripHikingActiveMuseumsLocal cuisineNature

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Best time to visit

March–May: up to 37°C with 11h of sunshine per day.

Insider tip: June–August — a pleasant 32°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 28°C.

Max. temperature
27°
Jan
30°
Feb
34°
Mar
37°
Apr
33°
May
32°
Jun
31°
Jul
30°
Aug
30°
Sep
29°
Oct
29°
Nov
28°
Dec
Sunshine hours
10h
Jan
10h
Feb
11h
Mar
11h
Apr
10h
May
10h
Jun
9h
Jul
8h
Aug
8h
Sep
10h
Oct
10h
Nov
10h
Dec
Rain days
5d
Jan
3d
Feb
3d
Mar
5d
Apr
22d
May
27d
Jun
28d
Jul
30d
Aug
26d
Sep
17d
Oct
9d
Nov
3d
Dec

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Chiang Mai as a Vacation Destination

Chiang Mai is an excellent choice for city breaks, hiking trips, active holidays. The best time to visit is March, April, May with temperatures up to 37°C.

The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
Local languages
TH, EN
Camping
Tent