Weather in April in Laos
Are you planning a trip a to Laos in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Laos in April?
April in Laos generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Muang Phônsavan at 28°C to very hot in Ban Dondét at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Ban Dondét and 17°C in Muang Phônsavan. In Laos, April typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Attapu with an average of 68 mm to heavy rainfall in Ban Tayun with 217 mm.Average sunshine
The city Luang Prabang usually sees around 197 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a closer look at April's conditions in Laos, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Laos's yearly weather, check out our Laos climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Laos?
Luang Prabang
In April Luang Prabang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Vientiane
In April Vientiane generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Vang Vieng
In April Vang Vieng generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Pakse
In April Pakse generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Savannakhet
In April Savannakhet generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Laos?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Luang Prabang, April might be a good time to visit Laos.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Luang Prabang. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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