Thailand (Chiang Mai) · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)36 (97) | 36° (97°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 37° (99°)30– (86–)40 (104) | 35° (95°)28– (82–)39 (102) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)32 (90) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)23 (73) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 8 | 5h UV 7 | 4h UV 6 | 4h UV 6 | 5h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 |
🌧Rain Days | 1d15mm (0.6") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 4d64mm (2.5") | 11d173mm (6.8") | 11d127mm (5.0") | 12d143mm (5.6") | 16d216mm (8.5") | 14d244mm (9.6") | 10d148mm (5.8") | 3d33mm (1.3") | 1d11mm (0.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in November.
October in Thailand (Chiang Mai) is generally manageable, but with 10 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in January, February, March, November, and December.
Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), cooling to 24°C (75°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 21°C (70°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (148 mm (5.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Sun protection, a hat, and plenty of water are essential at these temperatures. Plan activities for early morning or evening.
Packing list for Thailand (Chiang Mai) in October
- Light summer clothes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Thailand (Chiang Mai)?
- October is not an optimal month for Thailand (Chiang Mai) (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Thailand (Chiang Mai) in October?
- In October, Thailand (Chiang Mai) sees daily highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to 24°C (75°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 21°C (70°F).
- How much rain falls in Thailand (Chiang Mai) in October?
- In October, Thailand (Chiang Mai) receives an average of 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Thailand (Chiang Mai) get in October?
- Thailand (Chiang Mai) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
