Thakhek Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Thakhek has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Thakhek remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C in April. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 16°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Thakhek is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2138 mm. Thakhek can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 467 mm of precipitation over 25 rainy days. In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 6.5 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Thakhek 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
Thakhek can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of March under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in August, with only 3.9 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 relative humidity is high throughout the year in Thakhek.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 84%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. 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 Thakhek in Laos
Thakhek has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 34°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, November and December.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Thakhek occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
Yes, the months of January, February and December are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 467 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 7 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
