Best Time to Visit Savannakhet, Savannakhet, Laos
Savannakhet is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Savannakhet 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 22.2°C / 72°F in December to 29.5°C / 85.1°F in April, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (December) to 353 mm / 13.9 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Savannakhet, Savannakhet, Laos's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Savannakhet's climate is broadly tropical. 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 | 22.6°C72.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 24.9°C76.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 28°C82.4°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.2°C75.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 22.2°C72°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Savannakhet?
The best time to visit Savannakhet for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is April averaging 29.5°C / 85.1°F, and the driest is December with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Savannakhet's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Savannakhet?
The rainy season at Savannakhet, Savannakhet runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 85 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is August (353 mm / 13.9 in).
What is the driest month in Savannakhet?
The driest month in Savannakhet is December, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.2°C / 72°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Savannakhet?
The least comfortable months for travel to Savannakhet — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 353 mm / 13.9 in in August, and the coldest month averages 22.2°C / 72°F.
Is Savannakhet climate different from Laos overall?
Yes, usually. Our Savannakhet 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 Savannakhet specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.