Chiang Mai vs Manila in December

Chiang Mai is the better pick in December — 84 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chiang Mai is hot, dry, while Manila is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Chiang Mai vs ManilaDecember climate, side by side

Chiang MaiManila
Comfort score84/100 (A)62/100 (C)
Feels-like high33°C34°C
Avg high / low30° / 18°31° / 24°
Rainfall8 mm159 mm
Rainy days111
Humidity74%80%
Air quality (AQI)7943

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

Chiang Mai vs Manila in December — FAQ

Is December better in Chiang Mai or Manila?
Chiang Mai is the better pick in December — 84 vs 62 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chiang Mai is hot, dry, while Manila is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chiang Mai vs Manila in December?
In December, Chiang Mai averages 30°C high / 18°C low with about 8 mm of rain; Manila averages 31°C high / 24°C low with about 159 mm.