Yangon vs Chiang Mai

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Chiang Mai edges ahead as the better destination in October. Chiang Mai offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 16 rain days, while Yangon sees 9 sunshine hours and 20 rain days.

Yangon can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Chiang Mai runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Chiang Mai is the stronger choice in October.

Yangon reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Chiang Mai averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 October.

Yangon receives approximately 185 mm of rainfall across 20 rain days during October. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Chiang Mai sees 111 mm over 16 rain days. That makes Chiang Mai the drier option by 4 rain days and 74 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.