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Chiang Mai in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Chiang Mai in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Chiang Mai, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Chiang Mai in March 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Chiang Mai in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +97°F and approximately 23 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 3 rainy days and 10 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • March is usually the driest month of the year in Chiang Mai

Average weather

☀️
+97°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+106°F
Max.
10 mm
Total precipitation
50%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chiang Mai has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Chiang Mai in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chiang Mai for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +100°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +95°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +99°F.

Is Chiang Mai warm or cold in March?

Chiang Mai is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +97°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +63°F to +68°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

March is one of the warmest months in Chiang Mai, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Chiang Mai in March

Chiang Mai weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+91°F+97°F+99°F
Min. temperature
+50°F+55°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+106°F+109°F
Rainfall
4 mm10 mm34 mm
Wind
0 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
55%50%54%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1009 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
232313
Cloudy days
334
Rainy days
236
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +91°F to +97°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 10 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 55% to 50%. Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 0 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 23 sunny days during the month.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Chiang Mai in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Chiang Mai is gradually increasing during March, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Chiang Mai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 5 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. Chiang Mai is amazing in March with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Chiang Mai wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 219 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Chiang Mai?

This is the weather in Chiang Mai in March 2023:
1 March
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+95°F
2 March
☀️
+95°F
3 March
☀️
+92°F
4 March
☀️
+95°F
5 March
☀️
+94°F
6 March
☀️
+92°F
7 March
☀️
+94°F
8 March
☀️
+95°F
9 March
☀️
+97°F
10 March
🌫️
+98°F
11 March
🌫️
+97°F
12 March
🌫️
+93°F
13 March
☁️
+82°F
14 March
☀️
+87°F
15 March
☀️
+93°F
16 March
☁️
+94°F
17 March
☀️
+93°F
18 March
☀️
+95°F
19 March
☁️
+93°F
20 March
☀️
+94°F
21 March
☀️
+94°F
22 March
☀️
+99°F
23 March
☀️
+97°F
24 March
☀️
+97°F
25 March
🌫️
+95°F
26 March
🌫️
+97°F
27 March
☀️
+99°F
28 March
☀️
+101°F
29 March
🌫️
+100°F
30 March
🌫️
+99°F
31 March
🌫️
+98°F
In March 2023 Chiang Mai had 20 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +95°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Chiang Mai climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Chiang Mai in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2011 (+88°F) and the highest in 1998 (+93°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 604 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1994 with 1462 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chiang Mai in March:

Is March a good time to visit Chiang Mai?

March is a really good time to go to Chiang Mai. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Chiang Mai.

Can you sunbathe in Chiang Mai in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Chiang Mai. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Chiang Mai rainy in March?

Chiang Mai is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Chiang Mai in March?

Yes, Chiang Mai is sunny in March. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Thailand

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Monthly weather in Chiang Mai

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chiang Mai, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.