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Vientiane Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Vientiane year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 83–87°F, hot climate. Temperatures gradually increase starting in March, and rainfall also begins to increase. Common activities: Visiting temples, exploring city attractions. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, loose-fitting long pants, sun hat.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 82–83°F, hot and humid climate with abundant rainfall. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent. Common activities: Relaxing by the Mekong River, enjoying indoor activities such as visiting museums. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, loose-fitting long pants, rain gear.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 80–82°F, warm and comfortable climate. September has the most rainfall, which gradually decreases afterwards. Common activities: Outdoor activities, sightseeing. Recommended clothing: Comfortable and breathable clothing, a light jacket or shawl for backup.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 74–77°F, relatively cool and dry climate. This is the driest season of the year. Common activities: Visiting temples, exploring city attractions. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jacket.
Vientiane climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 81.3°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1862 mm / Summer humidity: 75%–85% / Rainiest month: September

Vientiane monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
74.7°F
17
February
77.7°F
40.7
March
83.3°F
65
April
87.3°F
44.3
May
85.1°F
163.7
June
83.5°F
251.7
July
83.3°F
377.3
August
82°F
408
September
81.7°F
427.7
October
82.4°F
60.3
November
80.4°F
6.3
December
75.2°F
0
Vientiane weather for the next seven days
10/13
Monday
Moderate rain
86.3°F/73.1°F
10/14
Tuesday
Heavy rain
85.5°F/73.5°F
10/15
Wednesday
Moderate rain
79°F/71.8°F
10/16
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
88.2°F/71.5°F
10/17
Friday
Sunny
88.3°F/72.6°F
10/18
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
87.8°F/72.9°F
10/19
Sunday
Partly Cloudy
86.5°F/72.4°F

Vientiane FAQ

What is the best time to visit?
The best time to visit is from October to March for aurora viewing and winter activities.
Which attractions are must-visit?
Must-visit attractions include That Luang Temple, the Arc de Triomphe and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, which represent the culture and history of Laos.