Spirit Cave (Thailand)

Cave Archaeological cave in Mae Hong Son with ancient remains

Hidden in Mae Hong Son province, Spirit Cave is an archaeological site where researchers recovered Holocene-era artefacts and human remains. Visitors interested in prehistoric archaeology and hill-country trails examine field sites and local mountain scenery.

Spirit Cave (Thailand)
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How to Get to Spirit Cave (Thailand) #

Spirit Cave lies in the hills near Mae Hong Son in northwest Thailand; access is by road from Mae Hong Son, typically requiring a local guide and permissions for archaeological sites.

Tips for Visiting Spirit Cave (Thailand) #

  • Access requires permission - coordinate with local archaeological authorities or universities.
  • Bring proper headlamps and gloves if exploring caves where permitted; otherwise remain on public walking routes.
  • Combine a site visit with a trip to Mae Hong Son town to access local guides and context.

Best Time to Visit Spirit Cave (Thailand) #

The dry season is generally the most practical period for archaeological visits and fieldwork in northern Thailand.

Dry season
November-February · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler days and lower chance of rain make field visits easier and cave access safer.
Hot season
March-May · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Hotter conditions make cave exploration more welcome for their cooler interior, but access conditions can vary.

Weather & Climate near Spirit Cave (Thailand) #

Climate

Spirit Cave (Thailand)'s climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1180 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 81 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 26°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 29°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
16° 33°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
20° 35°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

193 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

230 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

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