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Monthly Averages
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Nov
84°F 28°C
65°F 18°C
Dec
81°F 27°C
60°F 15°C
Jan
82°F 27°C
58°F 14°C
Feb
88°F 31°C
60°F 15°C
Mar
92°F 33°C
66°F 18°C
Apr
94°F 34°C
72°F 22°C
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Sunday
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82°F 27°C
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57°F 13°C
Monday
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78°F 25°C
Lo:
55°F 12°C
Tuesday
Dec 1
Hi:
82°F 27°C
Lo:
55°F 12°C

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Moon and Sun Hotel

3 of 5 stars
toronto
Nov 27, 2009

Stayed here after reading the Chiang Mai forums. I arrived in Chiang Rai about 8pm. Never made a reservation (last minute decision, and hotel isn't on Agoda), but luckily they had a single room with...more

Laluna Hotel and Resort

2 of 5 stars
Sacramento, California
Nov 25, 2009

I agree with the earlier reviewer Jill from Virginia- the first impression of this hotel is one of a lush oasis with an open, airy hotel lobby with beautiful landscaping. I traveled with a large tour...more

Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort

Nov 24, 2009

best breakfast buffet i've ever tasted in thailand ~~ and the pillows, sheets are divine !!! fantastic quality, service all around - a must if staying in Chiang Rai !!! more

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