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Laos Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Laos in August.

Considering a trip to Laos this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Laos in August

August in Laos generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Muang Phônsavan at 27°C (81°F) and very warm in Vientiane at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Vientiane and 20°C (68°F) in Muang Phônsavan. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Laos, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Ban Phônsavan with an average of 306 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Vang Vieng with 552 mm (22 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Luang Prabang.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Luang Prabang typically sees 131 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Laos by month

Best Places to Visit in Laos in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Laos.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Laos

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Laos?

Temperature range in Laos (August)

Precipitation variation in Laos (August)

Luang Prabang

In August Luang Prabang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
131 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
290 mm (11 in)
312 mm (12 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Vientiane

In August Vientiane generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
135 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
367 mm (14 in)
399 mm (16 in)
309 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Vang Vieng

In August Vang Vieng generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
544 mm (21 in)
552 mm (22 in)
343 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Pakse

In August Pakse generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
128 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
424 mm (17 in)
436 mm (17 in)
364 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
28 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Savannakhet

In August Savannakhet generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
294 mm (12 in)
308 mm (12 in)
275 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Laos in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Luang Prabang 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 312 mm (12 in)
Vientiane 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 399 mm (16 in)
Vang Vieng 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 552 mm (22 in)
Pakse 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 436 mm (17 in)
Savannakhet 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 308 mm (12 in)
Muang Phônsavan 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 310 mm (12 in)

Laos weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Laos in August?

In August, Laos generally has poor weather conditions. Luang Prabang sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Laos in August?

Luang Prabang averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Laos get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Luang Prabang records an average of 312 mm (12 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Laos.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Laos?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Laos with often poor weather in Luang Prabang.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Luang Prabang. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Laos.

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