The best times to visit Khong Chiam for ideal weather are

December 10th 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 Khong Chiam Travel Info

Weather in Khong Chiam

Temperature

Average temperatures in Khong Chiam 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 19th 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 Khong Chiam, the hottest months are April, May, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 97.6°F (36.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.8°F (24.3°C) at night.

Khong Chiam Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Khong Chiam 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.

Khong Chiam Perceived Temperature (F)

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Khong Chiam Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Khong Chiam 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 88.4 73.6 61.9
Feb 93.4 78.7 66.7
Mar 96.2 82.3 71.4
Apr 97.2 84.4 74.9
May 94.8 83.8 75.9
Jun 92.8 82.9 76
Jul 90.5 81.9 75.4
Aug 90.1 81.4 75.3
Sep 89.3 80.8 74.8
Oct 90.3 80.2 72.7
Nov 91 79 70
Dec 88.5 74.8 64.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.3 23.1 16.6
Feb 34.1 25.9 19.3
Mar 35.7 27.9 21.9
Apr 36.2 29.1 23.8
May 34.9 28.8 24.4
Jun 33.8 28.3 24.4
Jul 32.5 27.7 24.1
Aug 32.3 27.4 24.1
Sep 31.8 27.1 23.8
Oct 32.4 26.8 22.6
Nov 32.8 26.1 21.1
Dec 31.4 23.8 17.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Khong Chiam 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 early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of September 3rd.

When can you find snow in Khong Chiam? 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 Khong Chiam.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Khong Chiam (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 1% 0 0.1
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 7% 0 1.5
Apr 15% 0 3.4
May 36% 0 7.4
Jun 38% 0 9.5
Jul 49% 0 12.4
Aug 51% 0 11.9
Sep 54% 0 15.3
Oct 19% 0 4.6
Nov 3% 0 0.3
Dec 1% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 7 0 3.8
Apr 15 0 8.6
May 36 0 18.8
Jun 38 0 24.1
Jul 49 0 31.5
Aug 51 0 30.2
Sep 54 0 38.9
Oct 19 0 11.7
Nov 3 0 0.8
Dec 1 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Khong Chiam has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (55.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (81.6%).

Wind in Khong Chiam is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is December, followed by November and January. December’s average wind speed of around 2.6 knots (3 MPH or 4.9 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 early to mid January 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 Khong Chiam.

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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 2.2 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Feb 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Mar 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Apr 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
May 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Jun 1.5 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Jul 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Aug 1 Barely noticeable 4.3 Light breeze
Sep 1 Barely noticeable 4.1 Light breeze
Oct 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.7 Light breeze
Nov 2.5 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.7%
Feb 56.8%
Mar 55.9%
Apr 62%
May 70.9%
Jun 74.7%
Jul 77.4%
Aug 79.9%
Sep 81.6%
Oct 74.5%
Nov 66.3%
Dec 60.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Khong Chiam?

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 Khong Chiam, Thailand is August, followed by July and November. 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 Khong Chiam in February. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.5 in February means 41.5% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Khong Chiam Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 97.6°F (36.4°C) and 94.4°F (34.7°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

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 12 to 16 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Khong Chiam, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.9°F (33.3°C) and 88.7°F (31.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 16 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 Khong Chiam to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 96.5°F (35.8°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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