1) On a straightline, maybe yes. But it felt further away, due to the mountain conditions. I wouldn't risk regular driving. 2) It certainly felt cooler than CNX, and cooler than Chiang Rai, possibly thanks to the lake. However, this is December, so I'd imagine May, June still gets pretty hot.
Is Phayao 150 KM East of Chiang Mai? Is it cooler than Chiang Mai?
1) On a straightline, maybe yes. But it felt further away, due to the mountain conditions. I wouldn't risk regular driving.
2) It certainly felt cooler than CNX, and cooler than Chiang Rai, possibly thanks to the lake. However, this is December, so I'd imagine May, June still gets pretty hot.