January Rainfall and Precipitation in Laos
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Laos in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Regions in Laos
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Popular cities in Laos
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- Ban Chéng
- Ban Dondét
- Ban Donnoun
- Ban Houayxay
- Ban Keun
- Ban Khon
- Ban Nalom
- Ban Namon (1)
- Ban Ngoy-Nua
- Ban Phônsavan
- Ban Thana
- Ban Thangon
- Ban Vanglè
- Ban Xianglôm
- Champasak
- Khinak
- Louang Namtha
- Luang Prabang
- Muang Không
- Muang Pakbèng
- Muang Pakxan
- Muang Phônsavan
- Muang Xai
- Nong khiaw
- Pakse
- Savannakhet
- Thakhek
- Thalat
- Vang Vieng
- Vientiane
Laos precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Laos receive in January?
Rainfall in Luang Prabang during January is on the lighter side, averaging about 20 mm (0.8 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Laos in January?
On average, Luang Prabang has about 5 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Laos?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Laos.
What is the wettest city in January in Laos?
Based on our records, Louang Namtha receives the most rainfall in Laos in January, averaging about 37 mm (1.5 in).
What is the driest city in January in Laos?
Based on our database, Attapu sees the least rainfall in Laos in January, with around 3.5 mm (0.1 in) on average.
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