August · Thailand
Best time to visit Chiang Mai in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chiang Mai in August
Average temperature 24°C, 272 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.1/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 272 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Chiang Mai scores 4.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 272 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Temple mountains, night markets, and cooler northern air shine January through March.
August in Chiang Mai — the hardest end of the year
August averages 24°C (76°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
272 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 4.1/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 5.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chiang Mai in August?
- In August, Chiang Mai averages 24°C, 272 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Chiang Mai?
- August earns a 4.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chiang Mai in August?
- Expect about 272 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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