December · Thailand
Best time to visit Pai in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pai in December
Average temperature 19°C, 18 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Pai scores 8.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pai is a small town in northern Thailand's hills, known for hot springs, canyon viewpoints and a relaxed river scene.
December holds up well in Pai — 5th best month
December averages 19°C (66°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 18 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 daylight hours.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pai in December?
- In December, Pai averages 19°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Pai?
- December earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pai in December?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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