Best Time to Visit Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Luang Prabang for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 20°C / 68°F in January to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in June, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (January) to 295 mm / 11.6 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Luang Prabang's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 22.1°C71.8°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 24.9°C76.8°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 22.7°C72.9°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20°C68°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
The best time to visit Luang Prabang for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is January with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Luang Prabang's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Luang Prabang?
The rainy season at Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 92 mm / 3.6 in. The wettest single month is August (295 mm / 11.6 in).
What is the driest month in Luang Prabang?
The driest month in Luang Prabang is January, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20°C / 68°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Luang Prabang?
The least comfortable months for travel to Luang Prabang — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 295 mm / 11.6 in in August, and the coldest month averages 20°C / 68°F.
Is Luang Prabang climate different from Laos overall?
Yes, usually. Our Luang Prabang figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Laos figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Luang Prabang specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.