Laos
Incoming Travel - Climate of Laos
Climate and When
to go
Climate
Laos
has a monsoon climate of a dry and a wet season. The dry season
lasts from November to May with the cooler period in December
and January. At its coldest, the temperatures can fall to as low
as 15 C. The cold periods tend to be at night and early morning
with colder temperatures at higher altitudes.
During the hot period of the dry season, between March and May,
temperatures can reach the high 30s.
The
rainy season is a lot cooler, and rainfall varies according to
altitude. Generally speaking, the monsoon season produces severe
rain that lasts for short periods of time. The wet months vary
according to location, in Vientiane, they are from May to
September, in Luang Prabang, August is far wetter than any other
month.
When to go
All
year is fine. Travellers should note that Laos is especially hot
and humid (highs of 35 degrees plus) between March and June. The
winter months from October to February are generally the most
pleasant. The country is at its greenest and most attractive
(for photographers) during the wet season months from June to
October or immediately afterwards. Smoke haze from traditional
agricultural practices can dull the skies from March to May.
Vientiane (Phoenix Voyages Laos)
6 Radio Station Street, Unit 1, Ban Sisaket
Chanthabouly District
Vientiane, Laos
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