The weather was bad that day, it rained. Our first stop was Long Neck Village, which was very small and didn't seem like the place where the locals actually lived. After that, we visited the White Temple, Blue Temple, and Black House. The White Temple was beautiful, the Blue Temple was small, and the Black House was spacious and worth visiting. The Golden Triangle was just something our tour guide mentioned on the lake. We took a 9-seater bus, which was quite old and didn't have cup holders. The driver was fast but skilled. We had lunch at a restaurant next to the White Temple, a very basic all-you-can-eat meal. You can't expect much from a rural place like Chiang Rai. Overall, the White and Black Temples are must-sees; the Blue Temple, Long Neck Village, and Golden Triangle are quite ordinary and optional.
Fantastic! The tour guide and driver were both very friendly, and the whole trip was very enjoyable. The snacks during the trip were generously portioned, and the restrooms at the stops were clean! At first, the tour guide warned me that it would be over three hours of mountain road, and I was worried about motion sickness, but it was actually more like a slightly winding expressway, quite flat, and without any mountain road roughness, so I didn't get carsick at all!
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!
Both the tour guide and the photographer are very friendly. We had a lot of fun. The photos are very nice. Recommend.
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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 77–81°F, 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 80–81°F, 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 73–78°F, 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 69–71°F, 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. 76.8°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1779 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Chiang Rai monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
69.1°F
20.6
February
71.4°F
28.2
March
77.7°F
24.1
April
81.7°F
40.1
May
81.3°F
170
June
80.8°F
196
July
80.6°F
286.5
August
78.8°F
463.7
September
78.6°F
263
October
77°F
207.7
November
73.6°F
48.3
December
70.9°F
31.6
Chiang Rai weather for the next seven days
12/17
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
81.3°F/61.6°F
12/18
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
79.7°F/60.6°F
12/19
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
80.4°F/61.9°F
12/20
Saturday
Sunny
80.8°F/60.1°F
12/21
Sunday
Sunny
81.1°F/59.5°F
12/22
Monday
Sunny
79.6°F/59°F
12/23
Tuesday
Sunny
79.7°F/58.8°F
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