Month guide · Chiang Mai · Thailand
Chiang Mai in November
What November is really like in Chiang Mai: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
November is one of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 11.2 hours of daylight. Cool, dry and clear; Yi Peng and Loy Krathong fill the river with krathongs and the sky with lanterns.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in November
November is the 11th-warmest month in Chiang Mai: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with October (31°C (88°F)), November is cooler; by December highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:32
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:47
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
Rainy season (June–August). Lush and green with afternoon storms; low prices and few visitors, with waterfalls at their best.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: November is one of the pricier months.
Events in November
- Yi Peng and Loy Krathong — lantern and floating-offering festival (usually November full moon)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Market · Tha Phae and Night Bazaar
Night Bazaar
Bargain with a smile and compare prices; the Sunday and Saturday walking streets often have more original crafts.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- After dark
- Food
Market · Tha Phae and Night Bazaar
Warorot Market
Known locally as Kad Luang, this multi-storey market near the Ping River is where residents buy northern snacks, sai ua sausage, nam prik chilli pastes, dried goods and fabrics.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
- Rainy day
Religious site · Doi Suthep foothills
Wat Umong
Combine it with Baan Kang Wat artists' village, a few minutes away.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
Religious site · Nimmanhaemin
Wat Suan Dok
West of the old city, this temple is known for its field of white chedis containing the ashes of Chiang Mai's royal family, set against the backdrop of Doi Suthep.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- History
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 18°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Chiang Mai?
It is one of the best months to visit Chiang Mai. Cool, dry and clear; Yi Peng and Loy Krathong fill the river with krathongs and the sky with lanterns.
+How warm is Chiang Mai in November?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Chiang Mai in November?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.