Lai Châu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Lai Châu, Lai Châu Province, Vietnam, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with May reaching 30°C (86°F) and January cooling to 22°C (72°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2500 mm (98 in) per year. June is the wettest month and December the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from April to September. The sunniest month is April, with 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Lai Châu
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 (86°F) in May, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 22°C (72°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in May to around 12°C (54°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Lai Châu
Lai Châu is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2500 mm (98 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 463 mm (18 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 52 mm (2 in) 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 Hours in Lai Châu
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
Humidity in Lai Châu by Month
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
Lai Châu 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Lai Châu
During January, February, March, October, November and December, Lai Châu experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 22°C (72°F) and 28°C (83°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 52 mm (2 in) and 123 mm (4.8 in).
Plan accordingly for April, May, June, July, August and September, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
