Tomorrow in Vientiane looks
patchy rain nearby, with a high of 89°
and an overnight low of 73°.
Precipitation chance is modest at 20%.
Winds top out near 4 mph,
and the UV index reaches 7 (high).
Even January, the coolest month, has average highs near 81°F (27°C). April is hottest, so the main seasonal change is intensity rather than a move from warm to cold.
Plan around moisture and heat
Rain and sunshineAbout 1948 mm (76.7 inches) falls across 164 wet days, with 9.4 hours of sunshine on an average day.
Typical day and nightVientiane averages 87°F (30°C) by day and 73°F (23°C) at night across the year.
Seasonal changeApril highs reach 94°F (34°C), while January lows fall to 64°F (18°C).
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Vientiane shows no regular measurable snowfall.
Which month is warmest in Vientiane?
April, averaging 94°F (34°C) by day and 76°F (25°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 108°F (42°C).
What should I wear in Vientiane?
It depends on the month: April runs to 94°F (34°C) while January holds at 81°F (27°C). The full month-by-month breakdown is in the packing notes above.
What is the best month to go to Vientiane?
The best time to visit Vientiane is generally November to March, when the rains have stopped and the heat has not yet peaked. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 85°F (29°C), with rain on about 3 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
Which month is coolest in Vientiane?
January, with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows near 64°F (18°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 49°F (9°C).
Which month is wettest in Vientiane?
August, at 16.8 inches (428 mm) over about 26 days. December is the driest month, at 5 mm (0.2 in).
How hot does Vientiane get in summer?
April averages 94°F (34°C). That is serious heat, and the decade record for this location is 108°F (42°C).