ThailandThe weather in October in Chiang Rai
It's hot in October in Chiang Rai with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 24°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Chiang Rai. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October 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 35°C in 2023, Chiang Rai reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 157 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in October for Chiang Rai
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Chiang Rai | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 157 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Chiang Rai with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 23°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Chiang Rai is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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.
The typhoon season in Chiang Rai runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October 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 October in Chiang Rai
Temperature in October in Chiang Rai over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Chiang Rai
Total precipitation in October in Chiang Rai over the years
Daily UV index in October in Chiang Rai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.