Luang Prabang Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Luang Prabang. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Luang Prabang experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1461 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The climate in Luang Prabang shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 312 mm of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 25 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C and receives 131 hours of sunshine. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Luang Prabang Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Laos

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Laos. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Luang Prabang’s average annual precipitation is 1461 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Global Precipitation Patterns

Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.

Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.

Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.

Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.

For more detailed information about Luang Prabang’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Luang Prabang Climate page.