Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in January

Chiang Mai and Khao Lak are nearly tied in January — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chiang Mai is hot, dry; Khao Lak is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.

Chiang Mai vs Khao LakJanuary climate, side by side

Chiang MaiKhao Lak
Comfort score87/100 (A)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high33°C37°C
Avg high / low30° / 16°32° / 23°
Rainfall8 mm76 mm
Rainy days212
Humidity68%78%
Air quality (AQI)7949

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in January — FAQ

Is January better in Chiang Mai or Khao Lak?
Chiang Mai and Khao Lak are nearly tied in January — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chiang Mai is hot, dry; Khao Lak is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chiang Mai vs Khao Lak in January?
In January, Chiang Mai averages 30°C high / 16°C low with about 8 mm of rain; Khao Lak averages 32°C high / 23°C low with about 76 mm.