Suspension Bridge over the Ping River

Bridge

Pedestrian suspension bridge crossing the Ping River near Chiang Mai; used for river views, local crossings and access between markets and temples.

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Country: Thailand
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Baht (฿)
Language: Thai
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Suspension Bridge over the Ping River at a Glance

About Suspension Bridge over the Ping River

This footbridge was built in 1982 to celebrate the Bangkok bicentennial. Ironically, that year also marks the bicentenary of the demise of King Taksin, Tak’s local hero, who moved the capital of Siam to Thonburi, after which it was moved across the river to Bangkok by Rama I.

The bridge is a good spot to visit in the evening, when it is illuminated and there are often fine sunsets over the hills to the west of town. Otherwise it is a pleasant place for a bit of exercise, as it is 400 metres long, to gaze down over the river or simply to get some fresh air. Another reason to come in the evening is that food stalls selling all kinds of goodies set up along the road beside the bridge from about 6pm.

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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Suspension Bridge over the Ping River

The best time to visit the Suspension Bridge over the Ping River is the cool, dry months (November-February) when conditions are comfortable for walking and photos.

Cool / dry season
November-February · 15-28°C
Pleasant daytime temperatures and clearer skies - comfortable for walking the bridge and riverside photography.
Hot season
March-May · 25-38°C
Very hot afternoons; early morning or evening visits are more comfortable.
Rainy season
June-October · 22-32°C
Frequent afternoon storms can raise river levels and make paths slippery; expect more clouds and localized heavy rain.

Weather & Climate near Suspension Bridge over the Ping River

Climate

Suspension Bridge over the Ping River's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1059 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 91 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 14° - 29° 21° 3 mm mostly sunny 67% 0.6 m/s 1.4 high 11.0h
February Ideal 15° - 32° 24° 6 mm mostly sunny 56% 0.8 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
March Excellent 19° - 35° 27° 22 mm mostly sunny 52% 1.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
April Very Good 22° - 36° 31° 49 mm some cloud 56% 1.3 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
May Acceptable 23° - 34° 33° 161 mm overcast 75% 1.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.9h
June Good 24° - 33° 33° 119 mm overcast 81% 1.2 m/s 1.9 very high 13.1h
July Acceptable 23° - 32° 32° 149 mm overcast 83% 1.2 m/s 1.9 very high 13.0h
August Acceptable 23° - 31° 31° 197 mm overcast 87% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 12.6h
September Acceptable 23° - 32° 31° 185 mm overcast 89% 0.9 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
October Good 22° - 31° 26° 112 mm overcast 87% 0.9 m/s 1.6 very high 11.6h
November Excellent 19° - 30° 24° 46 mm some cloud 82% 0.6 m/s 1.5 very high 11.2h
December Ideal 15° - 28° 21° 10 mm mostly sunny 76% 0.7 m/s 1.4 high 10.9h