Pakse Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Pakse, Champasak, Laos, is remarkably consistent, with temperatures year-round averaging 32°C (90°F). The warmest month is April at 35°C (95°F), and the coolest is January at 31°C (88°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2084 mm (82 in) per year. August is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to October) seasons. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 9.1 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Pakse
In Pakse temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C (95°F) in April, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 31°C (88°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in April to around 18°C (64°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Pakse
Pakse experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2084 mm (82 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 436 mm (17 in) of precipitation, recorded across 28 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 4.2 mm (0.2 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pakse 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 Pakse
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pakse. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.1 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Pakse by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pakse.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 85%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Pakse 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Pakse
The warm weather in Pakse maintains temperatures between 31°C (88°F) and 35°C (95°F) year-round. Plan your visit during January, February, March, April, November and December for drier days and the best conditions to enjoy being outside.To make the most of your visit, consider exploring early in the morning or during the pleasant late afternoon hours when the temperature is most comfortable.
Be aware that May, June, July, August, September and October constitute the rainy season, with significant 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.
