The best times to visit Chiang Khan for ideal weather are

November 26th to February 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Chiang Khan Travel Info

Weather in Chiang Khan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Chiang Khan vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Chiang Khan, the hottest months are April, June, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 98.8°F (37.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.8°F (23.2°C) at night.

Chiang Khan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Chiang Khan Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Chiang Khan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Chiang Khan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Chiang Khan Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 84.6 71.6 58.9
Feb 91.3 77.3 63.7
Mar 94.7 81.1 68.1
Apr 96.3 84 72.7
May 93.4 83 74.8
Jun 92.4 83.5 76
Jul 90.4 82.2 75.5
Aug 89.7 81.5 75.1
Sep 89.4 80.8 74.4
Oct 88.2 79.3 71.7
Nov 87.6 76.8 66.6
Dec 84.4 72.5 60.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.2 22 14.9
Feb 32.9 25.2 17.6
Mar 34.8 27.3 20.1
Apr 35.7 28.9 22.6
May 34.1 28.3 23.8
Jun 33.6 28.6 24.4
Jul 32.4 27.9 24.2
Aug 32.1 27.5 23.9
Sep 31.9 27.1 23.6
Oct 31.2 26.3 22.1
Nov 30.9 24.9 19.2
Dec 29.1 22.5 16.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Chiang Khan are December, January, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid December. For example, on the week of December 17th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Chiang Khan? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Chiang Khan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Chiang Khan (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.4
Feb 7% 0 0.6
Mar 11% 0 1.6
Apr 20% 0 4.5
May 37% 0 7.4
Jun 35% 0 5.9
Jul 38% 0 7.7
Aug 37% 0 8.8
Sep 50% 0 10.6
Oct 23% 0 5.6
Nov 7% 0 0.8
Dec 3% 0 0.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1
Feb 7 0 1.5
Mar 11 0 4.1
Apr 20 0 11.4
May 37 0 18.8
Jun 35 0 15
Jul 38 0 19.6
Aug 37 0 22.4
Sep 50 0 26.9
Oct 23 0 14.2
Nov 7 0 2
Dec 3 0 1.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Chiang Khan has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (49.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (75.8%).

Wind in Chiang Khan is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is August, followed by April and March. August’s average wind speed of around 2.4 knots (2.8 MPH or 4.5 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 6.9 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Chiang Khan.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Feb 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Mar 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Apr 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
May 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Jun 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Jul 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Aug 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Sep 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Oct 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Nov 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Dec 1.9 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.7%
Feb 50.4%
Mar 49.5%
Apr 55%
May 67.3%
Jun 67.1%
Jul 70.2%
Aug 71.9%
Sep 75.8%
Oct 72.1%
Nov 64.2%
Dec 60.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Chiang Khan?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Thailand; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Chiang Khan, Thailand is January, followed by February and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Chiang Khan in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.2 in August means 55.2% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Chiang Khan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 98.8°F (37.1°C) and 93°F (33.9°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Chiang Khan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 86.2°F (30.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 15 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Chiang Khan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 95.3°F (35.2°C) and 82.4°F (28°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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