I initially thought the trip might be tiring, but apart from the long drive, everything else was great. The meals and snacks after the tours were delicious, and our guide, Garen, was excellent, very friendly, and welcoming. Behind the Black House Museum, there were also rescued stray cats—super cute and affectionate!
The flexibility to plan your own itinerary is commendable, but the driver's last-minute recommendation of the Long Neck Village, which was different from our original plan and didn't inform us beforehand of the 300 baht entrance fee per person, was a major mistake. My advice is to inquire with the driver beforehand about any additional attractions.
We booked a private car with driver to Mon Jam and had a great experience. Our driver, Alice, was wonderful—she arrived right on time, was warm and accommodating, and drove with care throughout the trip. The ride felt safe and comfortable, and she made the whole journey smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended!
No more luggage worries: On my last day in Chiang Mai, I had a lot of luggage, but thanks to the 7-passenger SUV rental, I was able to travel light and without worrying about my luggage. Free from the pain of lugging around! Ultimate comfort: The entire trip was incredibly convenient, with the pick-up from my accommodation, scheduled visits, and the airport all taken care of seamlessly. Impressive service: The driver arrived 10 minutes early to wait for me, which was a given! The driver even opened the car door for me, which was a special touch, and I felt very pampered. If you don't want to struggle with luggage until you get to the airport on your last day, renting an SUV and having a friendly driver is a must! It was a truly great choice, and I didn't regret the money!
It was a one-day tour from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, which is quite far away, but the driver made the trip there and back comfortable. We were also taken to various places in Chiang Rai, and even had lunch included, making it a much better tour than I had imagined.
The driver arrived at the hotel early. He was a Chinese-speaking driver, drove smoothly, and was a very skilled driver. He could give a brief introduction to the attractions and help communicate with the ticket seller. The price was reasonable, and I recommend hiring him.
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Chiang Rai Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Chiang Rai year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 25.4–27.4°C, warm and dry climate with occasional showers. Suitable for visiting temples and enjoying natural scenery. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
Summer (June–August): Average 27.0–27.6°C, hot and humid with abundant rainfall, especially in August. Suitable for experiencing local water activities such as rafting. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 23.1–25.9°C, comfortable and pleasant climate with gradually decreasing rainfall. Suitable for hiking and exploring surrounding attractions. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved clothing, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 20.6–21.9°C, cool and dry climate with relatively lower temperatures. Suitable for visiting night markets and enjoying warm cafes. Recommended clothing: Light jacket or sweater.
Chiang Rai climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 24.9°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1779 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Chiang Rai monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
20.6°C
20.6
February
21.9°C
28.2
March
25.4°C
24.1
April
27.6°C
40.1
May
27.4°C
170
June
27.1°C
196
July
27°C
286.5
August
26°C
463.7
September
25.9°C
263
October
25°C
207.7
November
23.1°C
48.3
December
21.6°C
31.6
Chiang Rai weather for the next seven days
12/16
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
28.1°C/17.1°C
12/17
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
27.4°C/18°C
12/18
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
25.6°C/16.1°C
12/19
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
26.6°C/16.8°C
12/20
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
26.1°C/18.2°C
12/21
Sunday
Sunny
26.8°C/15.5°C
12/22
Monday
Sunny
26.4°C/14.8°C
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