Lai Châu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from very warm conditions
to warm.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Lai Châu experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in May, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 22°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 12°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Lai Châu is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2500 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives heavy rainfall, averaging 463 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 52 mm over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Lai Châu Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Lai Châu. While April receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 87%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Lai Châu in Vietnam
During the months of January, February, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Lai Châu occurs in the months of April, May, June, July, August and September.
May has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 463 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 52 mm of precipitation.
April is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.
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