Chiang Mai vs Vientiane

Chiang Mai and Vientiane are closely matched in November. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Chiang Mai sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Vientiane runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vientiane is the stronger choice in November.

Chiang Mai reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Vientiane averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Chiang Mai receives approximately 24 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during November. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Vientiane sees 19 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Vientiane the drier option by 1 rain day and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.