Suspension Bridge over the Ping River Bridge
Pedestrian suspension bridge spanning the Ping River
Pedestrian suspension bridge crossing the Ping River near Chiang Mai; used for river views, local crossings and access between markets and temples.
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Suspension Bridge over the Ping River#
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.
January
January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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May
May is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
