January in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai in January. One of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Typical daytime highs around 82°F (28°C).
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeWat Phra SingExplore →
Wat Phra Singh (full name: Wat Phra Singh Woramahaviharn; Northern Thai: ᩅᩢ᩠ᨯᩕᨻᩈᩥᨦ᩠ᩉ᩺ᩅᩴᩬᩁᨾᩉᩣᩅᩥᩉᩣ᩠ᩁ; Thai: วัดพระสิงห์วรมหาวิหาร; RTGS: Wat Phra Sing Wora Maha Wihan; is a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand.
02What to seeBan Ho MosqueExplore →
The Hedaytul Islam Mosque, near the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, is one of the biggest mosques in the province, and also one of the seven mosques in Chiang Mai, Thailand, founded by Chinese migrants.
03What to seeChiang Mai ZooExplore →
Chiang Mai Zoo and Aquarium is a 200-acre (81 ha) zoo on Huay Kaew Road in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, just west of Chiang Mai University.
04What to seeDoi Suthep-Pui National ParkExplore →
Doi Suthep–Pui National Park is a national park in Chiang Mai Province in Thailand.
05What to seeDoi SuthepExplore →
Doi Suthep (ดอยสุเทพ), is a mountain ("doi") west of Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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Chiang Mai, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
February in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai in February. One of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
April in Chiang Mai
What’s on in Chiang Mai in April. Typical daytime highs around 97°F (36°C).
- Songkran, April 13 to 15, 2027
November in Chiang Mai
What’s on in Chiang Mai in November. One of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).
- Yi Peng & Loy Krathong, November 24 to 25, 2026
December in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai in December. One of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Typical daytime highs around 82°F (28°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Chiang Mai International (CNX).
Know before you go
- Wander the old town temples early, then hit a night market after dark.
- Choose an ethical elephant sanctuary, not a riding camp.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
The best time to visit Chiang Mai is Nov–Feb, in Thailand.
Where is Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is in Thailand. The nearest major airport is Chiang Mai International (CNX).
What is Chiang Mai known for?
Golden temples, night markets, and jungle hills.
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More places to explore
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Beyond the city