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ThailandThe weather in January in Chiang Mai
It's hot in January in Chiang Mai with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C.
January is a good month to be in Chiang Mai for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Chiang Mai, Thailand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Chiang Mai reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 26 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Chiang Mai
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chiang Mai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Chiang Mai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 26 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Chiang Mai with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Chiang Mai is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Chiang Mai
Temperature in January in Chiang Mai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Chiang Mai
Total precipitation in January in Chiang Mai over the years
Daily UV index in January in Chiang Mai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Chiang Mai, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Chiang Mai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chiang Mai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.