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Amphoe Wiang Kaen

City in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Overview

Amphoe Wiang Kaen is a peaceful district in the eastern part of Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, bordering the Mekong River and Laos. It is best known for its lush mountains, serene villages, and opportunities for eco-tourism away from crowded tourist spots.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Thailand
Province
Chiang Rai
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
20.01°, 100.49°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$475
Local Cost
$235
Local Income
$200
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
23.8°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
20.2°C
Record High
40.3°C
Record Low
3.7°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1127 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
BOR
Distance
49 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.

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