ThailandThe weather in March in Chiang Mai
It's hot in March in Chiang Mai with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 24°C.
March isn’t a good month to be in Chiang Mai. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 40°C in 2020, Chiang Mai reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 16 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Chiang Mai
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Chiang Mai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 16 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Chiang Mai with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 22°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Chiang Mai is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°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 10 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 March 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 March in Chiang Mai
Temperature in March in Chiang Mai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Chiang Mai
Total precipitation in March in Chiang Mai over the years
Daily UV index in March in Chiang Mai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.