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Living in Chiang Mai

Mellow mountain city and a classic digital-nomad base.

Weather

January / July average: 21°C / 27°C
Sunny days a year: 240
Best time for a trial stay: November to April

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $ Much cheaper
Language: Thai; English in tourist areas

Warm wintersHikingFood sceneRemote-work hubLower cost

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Try it first: Winter month of temples and jungle hikes

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