Climate in Luang Prabang — Annual Weather Overview
Luang Prabang has a subtropical climate — hot summers, mild winters, rainfall spread throughout the year. The hottest month is May (average high 33.9°C) and the coolest is December (28.1°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 5.8°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 1635mm. August is the wettest month at 377.5mm, while December averages just 17.1mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.5 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 33.6°C, 331mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 31.6°C, 850mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 29.8°C, 385mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 29.1°C, 69mm rain.
Luang Prabang — Monthly Temperatures
Luang Prabang — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Luang Prabang stays reasonable all year.
Luang Prabang weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.7°C | 15.6°C | 18.9mm | 10.1h | 3 | 10/10 |
| February | 30.6°C | 17.2°C | 33.4mm | 10.3h | 2 | 10/10 |
| March | 33.8°C | 20.6°C | 48.0mm | 9.8h | 7 | 10/10 |
| April | 33.2°C | 21.9°C | 105.8mm | 9.1h | 12 | 9/10 |
| May | 33.9°C | 24.1°C | 177.5mm | 10.1h | 17 | 9/10 |
| June | 32.2°C | 24.4°C | 234.2mm | 9.2h | 26 | 8/10 |
| July | 32.3°C | 24.4°C | 238.3mm | 9.7h | 24 | 8/10 |
| August | 30.2°C | 23.8°C | 377.5mm | 7.6h | 27 | 8/10 |
| September | 30.1°C | 23.6°C | 251.5mm | 9.2h | 25 | 8/10 |
| October | 29.2°C | 21.6°C | 103.4mm | 9.6h | 12 | 9/10 |
| November | 30.0°C | 19.7°C | 29.7mm | 9.9h | 6 | 10/10 |
| December | 28.1°C | 16.3°C | 17.1mm | 9.9h | 2 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Luang Prabang and the Luang Prabang rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Luang Prabang have?
Luang Prabang has a subtropical climate — hot summers, mild winters, rainfall spread throughout the year. Average highs range from 28.1°C in December to 33.9°C in May.
What is the hottest month in Luang Prabang?
May is the hottest month in Luang Prabang, with average highs of 33.9°C and lows of 24.1°C.
What is the coldest month in Luang Prabang?
December is the coolest month, with average highs of 28.1°C and lows of 15.6°C.
What is the wettest month in Luang Prabang?
August is the wettest month, averaging 377.5mm of rainfall over around 27 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Luang Prabang?
Rainy season in Luang Prabang runs April to October, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Luang Prabang get per year?
Luang Prabang receives around 1635mm of rain per year. The driest month is December (17.1mm).
When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
The best time to visit Luang Prabang is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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