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Laos Weather in December

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

Planning a getaway to Laos this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Laos in December

Laos offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Xam Nua at 21°C (70°F) to very warm in Ban Dondét at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Ban Dondét and 10°C (50°F) in Xam Nua. During this period, Luang Prabang experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Savannakhet with an average of 5.8 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Louang Namtha with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Luang Prabang gets approximately 174 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Laos by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Laos — and find the best time to visit. (based on Luang Prabang)

Best Places to Visit in Laos in December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Laos?

Temperature range in Laos (December)

Precipitation variation in Laos (December)

Luang Prabang

In December Luang Prabang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
174 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Vientiane

In December Vientiane generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
249 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Vang Vieng

In December Vang Vieng generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
26 mm (1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Pakse

In December Pakse generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
251 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Savannakhet

In December Savannakhet generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Luang Prabang 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Vientiane 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Vang Vieng 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Pakse 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Savannakhet 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Muang Phônsavan 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)

Laos weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Laos in December?

Expect perfect weather across Laos in December. The popular destination of Luang Prabang averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Laos in December?

Average temperatures in Laos during December range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Luang Prabang.

Does Laos get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Laos during December, with Luang Prabang averaging close to 23 mm (0.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Laos?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Laos with overall perfect weather in Luang Prabang.

Generally speaking, January, February, November and December provide perfect weather in Luang Prabang. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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