Thakhek weather in August (Laos)

What weather conditions can you expect in Thakhek this August? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Thakhek tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 24°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Thakhek in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 467 mm for the month. Known for its heavy rain, this month often brings intense downpours. Carrying a poncho is recommended to keep dry. Climate data suggests that about 25 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 118 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Thakhek. January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Thakhek climate page with graphs.

 

Thakhek, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 84%  

Precipitation 467 mm  

Rainy days 25 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 118 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sakon Nakhon, Thailand (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Laos in August

Find out more about the weather in Laos and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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