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Vientiane Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Vientiane in January

Vientiane, Laos is a region in Laos. January in Vientiane generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Vientiane. 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 Vientiane, Laos, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Vientiane.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Vientiane sees around 237 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Vientiane by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February33°C (91°F) March35°C (95°F) April37°C (99°F) May35°C (95°F) June34°C (93°F) July33°C (91°F) This monthAugust33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October33°C (91°F) November32°C (90°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vientiane in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Vientiane

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Vientiane, Laos?

Vientiane

In January Vientiane generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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December
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Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
237 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
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excellent
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vientiane, in Laos.

In our records: Laos January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Laos in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Laos dropped to -2°C (28°F) in Ban Phônsavan on January 23, 2014.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Laos was 6°C (43°F) in Ban Phônsavan on January 25, 2016.

Vientiane weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vientiane, Laos in January?

In January, Vientiane, Laos generally has very good weather conditions. Vientiane sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Vientiane, Laos in January?

Daytime temperatures in Vientiane peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in January, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

Does Vientiane, Laos get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Vientiane averages just 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Vientiane, Laos.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Vientiane, Laos?

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

On average, the best time to visit Vientiane, Laos is in January, November and December with generally very good weather in Vientiane. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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