Chiang Mai vs Ko Samui in August
Ko Samui is the better pick in August — 82 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ko Samui is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Chiang Mai is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
Chiang Mai vs Ko Samui — August climate, side by side
| Chiang Mai | Ko Samui | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 46/100 (F) | 82/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 38°C | 38°C |
| Avg high / low | 33° / 24° | 33° / 26° |
| Rainfall | 244 mm | 77 mm |
| Rainy days | 25 | 18 |
| Humidity | 86% | 77% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 45 | 27 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chiang Mai vs Ko Samui in August — FAQ
- Is August better in Chiang Mai or Ko Samui?
- Ko Samui is the better pick in August — 82 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ko Samui is sweltering, a little rain, clean air, while Chiang Mai is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
- What is the weather like in Chiang Mai vs Ko Samui in August?
- In August, Chiang Mai averages 33°C high / 24°C low with about 244 mm of rain; Ko Samui averages 33°C high / 26°C low with about 77 mm.