Climate Insights for Phimai

Amphoe Phimai, Changwat Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand

Hottest
July
27°C peak
Coldest
May
4°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
January, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Phimai is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 206mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Phimai is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, September, October. The coldest months are May, March, April, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 10° Feb Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 8° Mar Max: 14° Average: 10° Min: 5° Apr Max: 15° Average: 11° Min: 5° May Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 4° Jun Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 8° Jul Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Aug Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 8° Oct Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 7° Nov Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 9° Dec Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Phimai vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. May is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 8mm Mar Precipitation: 7mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm May Precipitation: 13mm Jun Precipitation: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 33mm Aug Precipitation: 10mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm
Precipitation

Phimai is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 206mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Phimai is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

16 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Phimai, which began on June 21, 2026. Phimai is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in May near 4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 4 to 16°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 8 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 74mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 16°
Feb 13°
Mar 10°
Apr 11°
May 12°
Jun 16°
Jul 21°
Aug 16°
Sep 16°
Oct 16°
Nov 16°
Dec 16°

The best time to visit Phimai is during January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, May can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Phimai based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
10 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Feb
8 °C
18 °C
3 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Mar
5 °C
14 °C
4 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Apr
5 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
May
4 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jun
8 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
8 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Nov
9 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
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