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Chaiya, Thailand

Surat Thani · Thailand

Chaiya is a small city in Surat Thani, Thailand with a population of 12,223. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,223 Population 39/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
64.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone

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About Chaiya

Chaiya

Chaiya is a former capital district of Surat Thani province, Southern Thailand. The main town is Talat Chaiya.

People

Population12,223
Density39/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population12,223
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates9.3863°, 99.1986°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceSurat Thani
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation64.6 inches (1,640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chaiya

Chaiya is a small city in Thailand (Surat Thani) with a population of 12,223. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.

Climate in Chaiya

Chaiya has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1532 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 41.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 154.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 146.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 153.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 126.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 209.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 204.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 297.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 127.9
Chaiya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Thailand avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area314.2 sq mi (813.8 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates9.3863°N, 99.1986°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.6"
70% above Thailand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 14.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Linda (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Linda Category 1 267 km
1989 Gay Category 3 150 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
February 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 2.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 5.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 4.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.6 in
November 80°F (26°C) 14.4 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in Coldest

Chaiya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Chaiya

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
วัดพุมเรียง - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chaiya

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Chaiya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marketplace
Night Market
Wanderland night market
Weekend Floating Market
ตลาดผ้าเทศบาลไชยา
ตลาดเทศบาลไชยา
ตลาดแม่สมนึก

Hotels in Chaiya

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Laem pro beach
Nature Resort
Udomlarp Hotel

Restaurants in Chaiya

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Canyon Kitchen
HALAL FOOD
Laem pro
ร้านอาหาร เพื่อนเดินทาง

Cafes in Chaiya

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café & Camping
Café Amazon
Café Amazon
Cafe Amazon
The loft

Train Stations in Chaiya

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chaiya
Khao Phanom Baek

Gas Stations in Chaiya

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

DD Oil
PT
PT
PTT
ptt
ptt Station
TH #2723668320
ปั๊มพีที - สาขาไชยา5

Banks in Chaiya

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Government Savings Bank
Krung Thai Bank

Airports Near Chaiya

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kawthoung AirportKAWMedium Airport
Ranong AirportUNNMedium Airport
Surat Thani AirportURTMedium Airport

Post Offices in Chaiya

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
ไปรษณีย์ไชยา

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chaiya

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
Suan Mokkh International Meditation Retreat
Wat Phra Borommathat Chaiya Worawihan
Wat Phra Prasop
Wat Phum Riang
วัดพระบรมธาตุไชยาราชวรวิหาร
วัดแก้ว
โบสถ์เขาพุธรทอง

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Bangkok

🇹🇭 About Thailand

Capital Bangkok
Population 69,428,524
Area 514,000 km²
GDP (USD) $515,906,283,941
GDP per capita $7,195
HDI 0.803
Life expectancy 76.4 years
Internet users 89.5%
Urban population 60.9%
Currency THB (Baht)
Languages Thai
Calling code +66
TLD .th
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chaiya

What is the population of Chaiya?

Chaiya has a population of 12,223 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 314.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chaiya?

Chaiya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches.

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