Mountain town in Mae Hong Son, Thailand
Pai weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Pai
Nov–Feb is cool, dry and clear. Feb–Apr is crop-burning smoke season; May–Oct is green but wet with landslides. Dec–Jan is busiest.
Pai weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°16 mm
- Feb30°5 mm
- Mar33°23 mm
- Apr35°68 mm
- May32°197 mm
- Jun31°154 mm
- Jul30°216 mm
- Aug29°267 mm
- Sep29°231 mm
- Oct28°122 mm
- Nov27°38 mm
- Dec25°15 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C80°F | 15°C59°F | 16 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 5 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C92°F | 18°C65°F | 23 mm | 54% | Hot |
| April | 35°C95°F | 22°C71°F | 68 mm | 58% | Hot |
| May | 32°C90°F | 22°C72°F | 197 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 154 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 216 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C84°F | 22°C72°F | 267 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 22°C72°F | 231 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 20°C69°F | 122 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C80°F | 18°C64°F | 38 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| December | 25°C78°F | 15°C59°F | 15 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across Thailand
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Phuket | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Chiang Mai | Nov–Jan | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Samui | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Krabi | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Phi Phi | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Phangan | Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug | May (27°C) |
| Pai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Pattaya | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Koh Tao | Feb–Aug | May (29°C) |
| Patong | Nov–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Hua Hin | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Chiang Rai | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Ayutthaya | Nov–Feb | Mar (37°C) |
| Koh Lanta | Nov–Apr | Apr (29°C) |
| Railay | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Kanchanaburi | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Chang | Nov–Feb | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Lak | Nov–Mar | Mar (31°C) |
| Koh Samet | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Koh Lipe | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
| Khao Yai | Nov–Feb | Apr (34°C) |
| Khao Sok | Dec–Apr | Apr (32°C) |
| Sukhothai | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hat Yai | Jan–Apr | Apr (31°C) |
| Kata Beach | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Jomtien | Nov–Feb | Apr (31°C) |
| Rawai | Nov–Mar | Mar (30°C) |
| Udon Thani | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Koh Kood | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Pai?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is cool, dry and clear. Feb–Apr is crop-burning smoke season; May–Oct is green but wet with landslides. Dec–Jan is busiest.
When is the rainy season in Pai?
Rain peaks in August with about 267 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Pai?
April, with average highs of 35°C (95°F).
How cold does Pai get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 15°C (59°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.