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Mae Surin Falls

Waterfall

A multi-tiered waterfall in Mae Hong Son province reached by rainforest trails and viewpoints; visitors hike, swim in plunge pools and combine the stop with nearby hill-tribe villages.

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Mae Surin Falls essentials

Address: Namtok Mae Surin (Mae Surin Falls), Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand
Website: dnp.go.th
Hours: Park hours typically 7:00am-6:00pm (local park office times vary).
Admission: Entrance to Namtok Mae Surin National Park typically has a small local fee (variable; expect ~20-50 THB).
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Mae Surin Falls

Best visited in the cool, dry months for clear views, but the falls are most powerful during the rainy season.

Cool, dry season
Nov-Feb · 10-25°C
Crisp mornings, clearer skies, and the best visibility for the falls.
Hot season
Mar-May · 20-35°C
Vegetation is drier but fewer clouds; the area can be very hot midday.
Rainy season
Jun-Oct · 22-30°C
The falls are at their fullest and most dramatic; trails can be muddy and slippery.

Weather & Climate near Mae Surin Falls

Climate

Mae Surin Falls's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in April) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1098 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 79 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 10° - 25° 17° 3 mm mostly sunny 67% 0.9 m/s 1.4 high 11.0h
February Ideal 11° - 27° 19° 8 mm mostly sunny 56% 1.1 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
March Ideal 14° - 30° 22° 16 mm mostly sunny 53% 1.2 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 18° - 32° 25° 43 mm some cloud 57% 1.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
May Good 19° - 29° 24° 173 mm overcast 76% 1.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.9h
June Good 19° - 27° 23° 121 mm overcast 83% 1.3 m/s 1.9 very high 13.1h
July Good 19° - 26° 23° 164 mm overcast 86% 1.2 m/s 1.9 very high 13.0h
August Good 19° - 26° 23° 197 mm overcast 88% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 12.6h
September Good 19° - 26° 22° 177 mm overcast 88% 0.9 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
October Good 18° - 26° 22° 142 mm overcast 86% 0.8 m/s 1.6 very high 11.6h
November Excellent 15° - 25° 20° 45 mm some cloud 82% 0.9 m/s 1.5 very high 11.2h
December Ideal 11° - 24° 18° 9 mm mostly sunny 76% 0.9 m/s 1.4 high 10.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Mae Surin Falls

Mae Surin Falls lies within Namtok Mae Surin National Park, roughly 70-90 minutes by road from Mae Hong Son town depending on route. Visitors commonly drive from Mae Sariang or Mae Hong Son on Highway 108 and smaller local roads; motorbike hire from Mae Hong Son is popular for experienced riders. There is limited public transport directly to the park; hire a songthaew or arrange a taxi from Mae Hong Son or Mae Sariang. The trail from the park entrance to the main viewpoint is a short walk (15-30 minutes) over forest paths.

Tips for Visiting Mae Surin Falls

  • Arrive early in the morning to catch the mist lifting from the gorge and to avoid minibuses.
  • The main viewpoint involves a short scramble - wear shoes with grip as stones can be slick.
  • Combine the visit with a drive through winding Doi Phu Kha-Mae Hong Son roads for dramatic scenery.