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Mae Sai, Thailand
Chiang Rai · Thailand
Mae Sai is a small city in Chiang Rai, Thailand with a population of 27,520. Elevation: 1,434 ft (437 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Mae Sai
Mae Sai, is the district town of Mae Sai District in the far north of Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. Mae Sai is a major border crossing between Thailand and Myanmar; the town of Tachileik, in Shan State is across the bridge. Asian Highway Network AH2 crosses the Mae Sai River to the town of Tachileik in Myanmar. The town of Mae Sai and Tachileik are the bi-national conurbation shared between Thailand and Myanmar.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,520 |
| Population Density | 13,899 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,434 ft (437 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.4335°, 99.8762° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
| State / Province | Chiang Rai |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.8 inches (1,797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mae Sai
Mae Sai is a small city in Thailand (Chiang Rai) with a population of 27,520. The city sits at an elevation of 1,434 feet (437 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Mae Sai
Mae Sai has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (27.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Thailand avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,434 ft (437 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,899/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.4335°N, 99.8762°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in |
Mae Sai has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 68°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Mae Sai
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nam Cham School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban San Thanon School | — | — | — | — |
| Choaporluang Uppatham 5 School | — | — | — | — |
| Mae Sai Prasitsart School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Muang Daeng School | — | — | — | — |
| Pa Mueat School | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Payang School | — | — | — | — |
| Development and Education Programme for Daughters and Communities Centre in the Greater Mekong Subregion | — | — | — | — |
| Phatak Half Day School | — | — | — | — |
| Pa Yang Mai Community Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
| Ban Chong School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mae Sai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mae Sai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiang Saen National Museum | ||||
| Doi Tung Royal Villa | ||||
| House of Opium | ||||
| Khun Sa Old Camp | ||||
| Museum of drugs | ||||
| The Hall of Opium |
Farmers Markets in Mae Sai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ban Tham Food Market | |||||
| Ban Tham Morning Market | |||||
| Covered Market | |||||
| Covered Market | |||||
| Doi Tung Hill Tribe Market | |||||
| Jinwan Building Materials Center | |||||
| Maekhum Market | |||||
| Marketplace | |||||
| Mueang Daeng Fresh Market | |||||
| Myanmar Market | |||||
| Starlight Night Market | |||||
| Tar Lot Market | |||||
| Thai Thong Food Market | |||||
| ตลาดดอยเวา | |||||
| ຕະຫຼາດກະສິກໍາເຟີຍຊາງ 菲尚农贸市场 |
Hotels in Mae Sai
31 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mae Sai
25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mae Sai
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mae Sai
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mae Sai
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mae Sai
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mae Sai
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mae Sai
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mae Sai
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mae Sai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mae Sai
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport | CEI | Large Airport |
| Bokeo International Airport | BOR | Medium Airport |
| Mong Hsat Airport | MOG | Medium Airport |
| Tachileik Airport | THL | Medium Airport |
| Ban Huoeisay Airport | HOE | Small Airport |
| Mong Hpayak Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mae Sai
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mae Sai Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mae Sai
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| An-Nur Mae Sai Mosque | |
| Big stupa | |
| Chao Por Tham Kob Shrine | |
| Chinese temple | |
| Hnamjum Tenple | |
| Hnong Aor Temple | |
| Mae Sai City Pillar Shrine | |
| Mueang Daeng Temple | |
| Pha Teak Temple | |
| Pha Teak Temple Chedi | |
| Srichaipoom Church | |
| Tham Pha Chom Temple | |
| Wat Ban Chong | |
| Wat Mankha Ram | |
| Wat Paya Si Tuang Kham | |
| Wat Phra That Doi Wao | |
| Wat Phra That Doi Wao | |
| Wat Prom Wihan | |
| Wat Wiang Phan | |
| มัสยิด อัรเราะห์มานิยะฮ์ |
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What is the population of Mae Sai?
Mae Sai has a population of 27,520 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 13,899 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mae Sai?
Mae Sai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.