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Phrao, Thailand

Chiang Mai · Thailand

Phrao is a small city in Chiang Mai, Thailand with a population of 5,499. Elevation: 1,437 ft (438 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

5,499 Population 18/sq mi density
1,437 ft Elevation 438 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
46.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bangkok Timezone

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About Phrao

Phrao

Phrao is a district (amphoe) in the north-eastern part of Chiang Mai province in northern Thailand. Its major town, Phrao, lies 107 km north-northeast of Chiang Mai. The meaning of Phrao in English is 'coconut'.

People

Population5,499
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Population5,499
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Coordinates19.3659°, 99.2019°
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Country🇹🇭 Thailand
State / ProvinceChiang Mai
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation46.9 inches (1,191 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Phrao

Phrao is a small city in Thailand (Chiang Mai) with a population of 5,499. The city sits at an elevation of 1,437 feet (438 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.

Phrao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,437 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Thailand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Area300.4 sq mi (778.1 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates19.3659°N, 99.2019°W
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.9"
23% above Thailand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.29"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 2, 2025.

May 5, 2014 32 km SSW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M6.1 59 km
Sep 11, 1994 41 km NW of Mae Chai, Thailand M5.2 41 km
May 6, 2014 42 km SE of Fang, Thailand M5.0 40 km
May 6, 2014 31 km SW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M5.0 58 km
May 6, 2014 40 km SW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.6 49 km
Feb 3, 2018 40 km WNW of Tachilek, Myanmar M4.6 141 km
May 5, 2014 32 km SSW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.6 59 km
May 24, 2015 66 km NNW of Fang, Thailand M4.6 125 km
Feb 20, 2019 26 km SW of Mae Chai, Thailand M4.6 47 km
Dec 21, 1995 52 km SSW of Fang, Thailand M4.5 17 km
May 7, 2014 38 km SW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.5 51 km
Aug 24, 2014 44 km SSE of Fang, Thailand M4.5 35 km
May 5, 2014 31 km SSW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.4 60 km
Nov 11, 2001 13 km W of Pa Daet, Thailand M4.4 71 km
May 5, 2014 27 km SW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.4 62 km
May 12, 2014 29 km SSW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.3 63 km
May 5, 2014 33 km SSW of Chiang Rai, Thailand M4.3 60 km
May 6, 2014 39 km NW of Mae Chai, Thailand M4.3 44 km
May 5, 2014 38 km NW of Mae Chai, Thailand M4.3 51 km
Jan 7, 1990 54 km WNW of Fang, Thailand M4.3 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
July 78°F (25°C) 7.6 in
August 77°F (25°C) 9.3 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 7.6 in
October 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in

Phrao has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 66°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Phrao

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ban Panai School
Ban Chaeng Ku Rueang School
Ban Pa In School
Phraowittayakom School
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Farmers Markets in Phrao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chaing Dao Market
Chiang Dao Thursday Market
Lotus's
Muang Ngai Daily Market
Night Market
Piang Dao market

Hotels in Phrao

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aom Doi Resort
Doi Morn Lan Resort
Lan Khun View Doi House (?)
Phrao Boutique Hotel
Pradit Hotel

Restaurants in Phrao

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ban Pu Ha
Khunnai
Lab 11
maruay
Nanta Kitchen
Phrao Phot Na
Ran Thangphan
Som Tam Yam
Thai Cafe
Thong Di Phot Na
อิตาเลี่ยน คันทรี

Cafes in Phrao

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Amazon
Cafe Lum Lum
Chill & View Cafe
Noodle Cafe
Phu Phak Cafe

Clinics in Phrao

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Health Promoting Centre

Bus Stations in Phrao

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phrao Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Phrao

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bangchak
Minipump
PTT
TH #3322871977

Banks in Phrao

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC)
Government Savings Bank
Kasikorn Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Phrao

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Phrao

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chiang Mai International AirportCNXLarge Airport
Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International AirportCEILarge Airport
Ban Thi AirportSmall Airport
Chiang Mai AirsportsSmall Airport
Nok AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Phrao

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nong Hai Church of Christ
Nong Hi christian church
The First Church of Wiang Phrao
The shirme
Wat Ban Pong
Wat Huai San temple
Wat Kham Sum Wiang
Wat Klang Wiang
Wat Ku Bia
Wat Nong Krok temple
Wat Pa Archan Mun temple
Wat Pa Chi
Wat Pa Lan
Wat Pa Siao
Wat Pahin
Wat Phra That Doi Ku temple
Wat Thung Luang
Wat Ton Kok
สำนักสงฆ์พระธาตุดอยพระเจ้า

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 Phrao

What is the population of Phrao?

Phrao has a population of 5,499 residents and is located in Thailand. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 300.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Phrao?

Phrao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.

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