If you plan to visit Chiang Rai in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 27 rainy days in the month and around 404 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
404 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chiang Rai has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Chiang Rai in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chiang Rai for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +31°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +33°C.
Is Chiang Rai warm or cold in August?
Chiang Rai is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +25°C to +24°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Chiang Rai:
Climate in Chiang Rai in August
Chiang Rai weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+22°C
+22°C
+19°C
Max. temperature
+38°C
+36°C
+36°C
Rainfall
393 mm
404 mm
304 mm
Wind
0 m/s
0 m/s
0 m/s
Humidity
83%
85%
85%
Air pressure
1005 HPa
1005 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
1
1
1
Rainy days
28
27
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 393 mm to 404 mm.Humidity rises from 83% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 0 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Chiang Rai in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Chiang Rai is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Chiang Rai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 90% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 494 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 60 mm, which is considered heavy rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 28 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
August is one of the rainiest months in Chiang Rai, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Chiang Rai wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 404 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 18% chance of precipitation and 16 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Chiang Rai?
This is the weather in Chiang Rai in August 2024:
1 August
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+30°C
2 August
🌧️
+31°C
3 August
🌧️
+31°C
4 August
🌧️
+30°C
5 August
🌧️
+27°C
6 August
🌧️
+27°C
7 August
🌧️
+27°C
8 August
🌧️
+26°C
9 August
🌧️
+28°C
10 August
☁️
+32°C
11 August
☁️
+32°C
12 August
☁️
+32°C
13 August
☁️
+32°C
14 August
🌧️
+32°C
15 August
🌧️
+31°C
16 August
🌧️
+31°C
17 August
🌧️
+32°C
18 August
☀️
+33°C
19 August
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+34°C
20 August
🌧️
+33°C
21 August
🌧️
+30°C
22 August
☁️
+32°C
23 August
🌧️
+32°C
24 August
🌧️
+32°C
25 August
🌧️
+32°C
26 August
🌧️
+32°C
27 August
☁️
+31°C
28 August
☁️
+33°C
29 August
🌧️
+30°C
30 August
🌧️
+29°C
31 August
☁️
+33°C
In August 2024 Chiang Rai had 1 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 21 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 92%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 62%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Chiang Rai climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Chiang Rai in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+30°C) and the highest in 2010 (+32°C). The driest year was 2019 with only 1196 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 3394 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chiang Rai in August:
Is August a good time to visit Chiang Rai?
It’s always a good time to visit Chiang Rai, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Chiang Rai in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Chiang Rai. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Chiang Rai rainy in August?
Chiang Rai is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Chiang Rai in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Chiang Rai in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Thailand
Check out the weather for other cities in Thailand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chiang Rai, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
