Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Luang Prabang in December

Luang Prabang, Laos is a region in Laos. December in Luang Prabang generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Luang Prabang. During this period, Luang Prabang experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

For a closer look at conditions across Luang Prabang, Laos, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 23 mm (0.9 in) in Luang Prabang.

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 Luang Prabang by month

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

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March32°C (90°F) April33°C (91°F) May32°C (90°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Luang Prabang in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Luang Prabang

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Luang Prabang, Laos?

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.

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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
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Weather conditions
perfect
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Luang Prabang weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Luang Prabang, Laos in December?

December in Luang Prabang, Laos brings perfect weather. In Luang Prabang, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Luang Prabang, Laos in December?

Daytime temperatures in Luang Prabang peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in December, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Luang Prabang, Laos get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Luang Prabang averages just 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Luang Prabang, Laos.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Luang Prabang, Laos?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Luang Prabang, Laos. Typically, the climate in Luang Prabang is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Luang Prabang, Laos is in January, February, November and December with generally perfect weather in Luang Prabang. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Luang Prabang.

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