ThailandThe weather in March in Chiang Rai
It's hot in March in Chiang Rai with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 21°C.
March is an awesome month to be in Chiang Rai for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
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 Rai, 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 39°C in 2020, Chiang Rai reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 18 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Chiang Rai
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chiang Rai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Chiang Rai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 18 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Chiang Rai with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 19°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 Rai is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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 Rai, 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 Rai
Temperature in March in Chiang Rai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Chiang Rai, 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 Rai
Total precipitation in March in Chiang Rai over the years
Daily UV index in March in Chiang Rai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Chiang Rai, 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 Rai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chiang Rai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.