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Vientiane

Visit in February — score 89/100 · avg high 85°F · 3 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#2
81°/64°F
3 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#1
85°/66°F
3 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

90°/72°F · Feels 86°F
7 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

94°/76°F · Feels 91°F
10 rain days
12.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

91°/77°F · Feels 93°F
22 rain days
12.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

88°/77°F · Feels 92°F
27 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

87°/76°F · Feels 91°F
27 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

86°/76°F · Feels 91°F
27 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

86°/75°F · Feels 90°F
27 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

86°/74°F · Feels 87°F
16 rain days
11.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

85°/70°F · Feels 82°F
4 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

#3
82°/65°F
2 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8973°81°64°31511.0hHighAverage
February8975°85°66°31711.4hHighAverage
March7081°90°72°74311.9hHighAbove avg
April5885°94°76°106312.4hHighAverage
May3183°91°77°2221412.8hModerateBelow avg
June3582°88°77°2729513.1hModerateBelow avg
July3581°87°76°2735913.0hModerateBelow avg
August3581°86°76°2742112.6hModerateBelow avg
September3680°86°75°2737512.1hModerateBelow avg
October5080°86°74°1614211.6hModerateAverage
November8577°85°70°43111.1hModerateAverage
December8973°82°65°2510.9hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
53/100
High
92°F
Low
75°F
Rain days
13/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Vientiane (March, April, May) brings average highs of 92°F and lows of 75°F, with about 13 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 53/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

Summer

Score
35/100
High
87°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Vientiane (June, July, August) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 77°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 35/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 35/100.

Fall

Score
57/100
High
86°F
Low
73°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Vientiane (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 73°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 57/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 85/100.

Winter

Score
89/100
High
83°F
Low
65°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Vientiane (December, January, February) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 65°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 89/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 89/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Vientiane?
The best month to visit Vientiane is February, with an overall travel score of 89/100. Expect average highs of 85°F, about 3 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Vientiane expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Vientiane are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Vientiane in December?
December in Vientiane has average highs of 82°F and lows of 65°F, with approximately 2 rainy days and 10.9 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 89/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Vientiane?
The most affordable time to visit Vientiane is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is May (score: 31/100).

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