Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Chiang Mai in March
Chiang Mai warms up: highs climb to 95°F (35°C), from 90°F in February, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 0.9 in (23 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 5th of 12.
- Avg high
- 95°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (23 mm)
- Humidity
- 52%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What March feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 95°F (35°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 67°F (20°C), about 16°C (28°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.9 in (23 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 32%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are December & January.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in February to 67/100.
- March sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes95°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 67°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Chiang Mai in March
Afternoons run hot (95°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Elephant Nature Park
Sanctuary where you watch and feed rescued elephants without rides.
Why now March scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Warorot Market
Local market for dried foods, northern sausage and textiles near the river.
Why now Highs near 95°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sunday Walking Street
Weekly street market stretching from Tha Phae Gate through the old city.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Khao Soi Khun Yai
Small lunch-only shop known for its khao soi curry noodle soup.
Why now A break from 95°F afternoons.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Gold-spired mountaintop temple reached by a 300-step naga staircase.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~759 m to Chiang Mai's ~314 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Chiang Mai in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Chiang Mai?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are December & January, at up to 94. Expect highs of 95°F (35°C) and 0.9 in (23 mm) of rain. March is inside the Nov – Mar window our Bangkok to the Andaman route recommends.
How hot is Chiang Mai in March?
Average highs are 95°F (35°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Chiang Mai in March?
Not much: about 0.9 in (23 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.1 in (1246 mm).
What should I pack for Chiang Mai in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (95°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 67°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Chiang Mai
Routes in season in March
- Bangkok to the Andaman Nov – Mar
Planning Chiang Mai in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.