Wat Nong Bua Temple
Modern Buddhist temple known for distinctive golden chedi
Adjacent to local markets, Wat Nong Bua is a provincial temple where travelers see regional Buddha images, floral offerings and participate in weekday merit-making.
Wat Nong Bua at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Wat Nong Bua#
Best visited during the cool, dry season (November-February) for comfortable weather and clear views.
History & Culture of Wat Nong Bua#
Wat Nong Bua, the ‘Lotus Pond Monastery’, is one of the most interesting temples in the region, about an hour north of Nan town. It was built in 1862 by the Tai Lue people.
The murals. It is best known for its stunning murals, similar to those of Wat Phumin in Nan; indeed, the same artists are thought to have worked on both, though those at Wat Nong Bua have faded and are less well kept. The main building is beautifully proportioned, and in front of it stands a large tree smothered in orchids that hang almost to the ground when they flower in April.
Local textiles. While in Nong Bua you can pick up the famous hand-woven silk and cotton textiles that the Tai Lue weave beneath their houses. A map of the village in front of the temple shows which houses produce them; intricately patterned, they make an excellent souvenir.
Weather & Climate near Wat Nong Bua#
Wat Nong Bua's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 13°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1245 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
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February
February is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (232 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 (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.