What to expect in Chiang Mai in November
November is one of the best times to visit Chiang Mai. Expect 30° / 19°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Chiang Mai weather in November
Typical conditions in Chiang Mai during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 19°C 66°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 38/100 |
| Total rainfall | 51 mm2.0 in |
| Rainy days | 5 |
| Daylight | 11 h 15 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Chiang Mai — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Chiang Mai. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 7% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Yi Peng and Loy Krathong while you’re there.
- Yi Peng and Loy Krathong — Thousands of sky lanterns are released during the three-day festival of lights, which usually falls in November.
Chiang Mai in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 32° / 23° | Low | $ | 64 |
| October | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| November · This month | 30° / 19° | High | $$$ | 43 |
| December | 28° / 15° | High | $$$ | 45 |
| January | 29° / 14° | High | $$$ | 47 |
These months score higher for Chiang Mai on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
