The best times to visit Lamae for ideal weather are

December 17th to March 18th

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

 

 


Other Lamae Travel Info

Weather in Lamae

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lamae vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 8th 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 Lamae, the hottest months are April, March, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 94.4°F (34.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.3°F (24.6°C) at night.

Lamae Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lamae 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.

Lamae Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lamae Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lamae 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 89.6 80.4 71.9
Feb 92.4 82 72.1
Mar 93.5 83.3 74.1
Apr 93.3 83.8 75.8
May 90.2 82.3 76.2
Jun 88.4 81.7 76
Jul 87.3 80.5 75
Aug 87.8 81 75.6
Sep 86.9 80.1 74.8
Oct 87.7 80.1 74.3
Nov 88.3 80.4 73.8
Dec 88.8 80.3 72.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32 26.9 22.2
Feb 33.6 27.8 22.3
Mar 34.2 28.5 23.4
Apr 34.1 28.8 24.3
May 32.3 27.9 24.6
Jun 31.3 27.6 24.4
Jul 30.7 26.9 23.9
Aug 31 27.2 24.2
Sep 30.5 26.7 23.8
Oct 30.9 26.7 23.5
Nov 31.3 26.9 23.2
Dec 31.6 26.8 22.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lamae are February, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th 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 6 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Lamae? 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 Lamae.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lamae (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 7% 0 1.5
Feb 6% 0 0.9
Mar 15% 0 4
Apr 37% 0 7.2
May 63% 0 21.2
Jun 71% 0 26.8
Jul 71% 0 32.3
Aug 63% 0 24.7
Sep 75% 0 29
Oct 53% 0 14.8
Nov 30% 0 6.1
Dec 13% 0 1.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 3.8
Feb 6 0 2.3
Mar 15 0 10.2
Apr 37 0 18.3
May 63 0 53.8
Jun 71 0 68.1
Jul 71 0 82
Aug 63 0 62.7
Sep 75 0 73.7
Oct 53 0 37.6
Nov 30 0 15.5
Dec 13 0 4.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Lamae has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (60.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (80.9%).

Wind in Lamae is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by June and December. January’s average wind speed of around 2.8 knots (3.2 MPH or 5.1 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 August where average top sustained speeds reach 8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Mar 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
May 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze
Jul 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze
Sep 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.5 Gentle breeze
Oct 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Nov 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63%
Feb 60.2%
Mar 63.3%
Apr 69.2%
May 76.9%
Jun 78.5%
Jul 79.9%
Aug 78.4%
Sep 80.9%
Oct 79.3%
Nov 74.5%
Dec 67.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lamae?

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 Lamae, Thailand is January, followed by August and July. 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 Lamae in May. 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 72.3 in May means 72.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Lamae Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 94.4°F (34.7°C) and 89.3°F (31.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 5 to 20 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest 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 20 to 22 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Lamae, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 85.8°F (29.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 23 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Lamae to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.5°F (34.2°C) and 88.3°F (31.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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