Vientiane

Vientiane Weather in October

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Vientiane, Laos in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Vientiane in October

Vientiane, Laos is a region in Laos. October in Vientiane generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Vientiane. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

October is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 105 mm (4.1 in) in Vientiane.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Vientiane enjoys approximately 211 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 October

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

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 Vientiane

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

Vientiane

In October Vientiane generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

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September
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November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
309 mm (12 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
10 days
3 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
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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 October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Laos brought 339 mm (13 in) in Vientiane on October 9, 2006.

Vientiane weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Vientiane, Laos in October. The popular destination of Vientiane averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

In Vientiane, the average daytime high in October is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Vientiane typically receives notable rainfall in October, about 105 mm (4.1 in) on average across Vientiane, Laos.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Vientiane, Laos?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Vientiane, Laos with often good weather in Vientiane.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Vientiane.

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