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Chiang Mai in July

Wet season

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

July is a reasonable month in Chiang Mai — with trade-offs.

July is rainy but good for cafés, markets and indoor activities.

6.2/10 overall24–32°CLow crowds$$
Weather5/10
Crowds8/10
Prices$$
Events4/10

July in detail

What July actually feels like

Weather
24–32°C
Warm and rainy.
Crowds
Low
Light crowds, and most sights can be visited without booking far ahead.
Prices
$$
Good-value hotel rates.

+Low prices and a quiet city.

–Rain every day.

My tip for July

Bring a light waterproof layer.

  • Cafés
  • Markets
  • Spas

How July compares

Against the other eleven months

8th of 12 overall in Chiang Mai, 8th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. The emptiest month is June; the best value is June.

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Weather

Weather in Chiang Mai in July

In July Chiang Mai averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with about 149 mm of rain or snow over 14 wet days. The warmest month is April (around 37°C) and the coolest is December (around 29°C); the wettest month is August.

Average high
32°C
90°F
Average low
24°C
75°F
Precipitation
149 mm
Wet days
14

Climate data: World Meteorological Organization. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Chiang Mai in July: the questions people ask

Is July a good time to visit Chiang Mai?
July is a reasonable month in Chiang Mai — with trade-offs. It ranks 8 of 12 months in Chiang Mai overall (8 for weather, 1 for space, 1 for value). The main upside: Low prices and a quiet city. The main downside: Rain every day.
What is the weather like in Chiang Mai in July?
Average highs are around 32°C and lows around 24°C. Expect about 149 mm of rain or snow over roughly 14 wet days. Warm and rainy. For comparison, the warmest month is April (around 37°C) and the coolest is December (around 29°C).
Is Chiang Mai crowded in July?
Crowds are low. Light crowds, and most sights can be visited without booking far ahead. The quietest month is June.
How expensive is Chiang Mai in July?
Prices are at level 2 of 5 ($$). Good-value hotel rates. The best-value month is June.
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, January is the best month overall (July ranks 8 of 12). The quietest month is June and the best value is June.

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