Climate of Luang Namtha, Laos
Area-weighted average across Luang Namtha. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Luang Namtha, a subdivision of Laos, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.2°C / 63°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in May, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in to 397 mm / 15.6 in depending on the season (1697 mm / 66.8 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 | 17.2°C63°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.2°C66.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.6°C70.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 24.2°C75.6°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.1°C77.2°F | 209 mm8.2″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.1°C77.2°F | 206 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.6°C76.3°F | 324 mm12.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.5°C76.1°F | 397 mm15.6″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.1°C75.4°F | 220 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| October | 22.7°C72.9°F | 114 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 19.9°C67.8°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.2°C63°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Luang Namtha?
The best months to visit Luang Namtha, Laos for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, November, December. The warmest month is May at an area-wide average of 25.1°C / 77.2°F, and the driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Luang Namtha?
Luang Namtha, Laos has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.2°C / 63°F in January to 25.1°C / 77.2°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 1697 mm / 66.8 in, with the wettest month being August (397 mm / 15.6 in) and the driest January (7 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Luang Namtha?
The hottest month in Luang Namtha is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.1°C / 77.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Luang Namtha?
The coldest month in Luang Namtha is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.2°C / 63°F.
When does it rain most in Luang Namtha?
The wettest month in Luang Namtha is August, averaging about 397 mm / 15.6 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in.