Luang Prabang in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Luang Prabang (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 29.1°C and lows of 16.4°C, with around 69.4mm of rain across the season (7 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Luang Prabang covers December, January, February.
Winter in Luang Prabang month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28.1°C | 16.3°C | 17.1mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| January | 28.7°C | 15.6°C | 18.9mm | 3 | 10/10 |
| February | 30.6°C | 17.2°C | 33.4mm | 2 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Luang Prabang in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Luang Prabang?
Winter in Luang Prabang rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 29.1°C with 69.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Luang Prabang in winter?
Daytime highs average 29.1°C (84.4°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 16.4°C.
What months are winter in Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Luang Prabang · Luang Prabang annual climate · Luang Prabang in spring · Luang Prabang in summer · Luang Prabang in autumn
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Winter in Luang Prabang — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.