Climate of Lào Cai, Viet Nam
Area-weighted average across Lào Cai. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Lào Cai, a subdivision of Viet Nam, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.2°C / 55.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in July, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in to 368 mm / 14.5 in depending on the season (1776 mm / 69.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.2°C55.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | 14.5°C58.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17.9°C64.2°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 21.2°C70.2°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| May | 23.6°C74.5°F | 208 mm8.2″ | — |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 257 mm10.1″ | — |
| July | 24.8°C76.6°F | 368 mm14.5″ | — |
| August | 24.4°C75.9°F | 324 mm12.8″ | — |
| September | 23.3°C73.9°F | 225 mm8.9″ | — |
| October | 20.8°C69.4°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| November | 17.2°C63°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.1°C57.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lào Cai?
The best months to visit Lào Cai, Viet Nam for sunny, dry weather are February, March, November, December. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is December with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Lào Cai?
Lào Cai, Viet Nam has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.2°C / 55.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1776 mm / 69.9 in, with the wettest month being July (368 mm / 14.5 in) and the driest December (14 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Lào Cai?
The hottest month in Lào Cai is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Lào Cai?
The coldest month in Lào Cai is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.2°C / 55.8°F.
When does it rain most in Lào Cai?
The wettest month in Lào Cai is July, averaging about 368 mm / 14.5 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 14 mm / 0.6 in.