WeatherTravel note
Late dry season can be very smoky
Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
From late winter into spring, crop and forest burning can leave Chiang Mai with heavy smoke and poor air quality. Mountain views disappear in the haze.
The lesson
Check air-quality readings before booking for that season.
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