Luang Prabang & the Mekong
Saffron-robed monks collecting alms at dawn in near-total silence, waterfalls the colour of milk and turquoise for swimming after, and a slow boat down the Mekong with nowhere in particular to be.
The best time to visit Luang Prabang & the Mekong is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (84°F). Local time there is 23:28 (UTC+7).
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The year at a glance
January · high 28°C · rain 29mm · 11.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Luang Phabang, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 29mm1.1in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
| February | 31°C87°F | 29mm1.1in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| March | 34°C93°F | 39mm1.5in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| April | 34°C93°F | 88mm3.5in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| May | 35°C94°F | 157mm6.2in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| June | 33°C91°F | 199mm7.8in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| July | 33°C91°F | 253mm10.0in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| August | 30°C86°F | 396mm15.6in | 12.8h12.8h | |
| September | 30°C87°F | 215mm8.5in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C86°F | 92mm3.6in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 30°C87°F | 26mm1.0in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| December | 28°C83°F | 16mm0.6in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang & the Mekong?
The best time to visit Luang Prabang & the Mekong is Nov–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (84°F).
How warm does Luang Prabang & the Mekong get?
Typical daytime highs in Luang Prabang & the Mekong are Mar–May 34°C (93°F), Jun–Aug 32°C (89°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (86°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (84°F).
Is Luang Prabang & the Mekong expensive?
On the ground, Luang Prabang & the Mekong is cheap.
What sort of trip is Luang Prabang & the Mekong good for?
Luang Prabang & the Mekong is good for history and culture, relaxing holidays, nature and scenery, beach and sun holidays.
How rainy is Luang Prabang & the Mekong?
The wettest month in Luang Prabang & the Mekong is August at 396mm (15.6in), the driest December at 16mm (0.6in), with a monthly average of 128mm (5.0in).
What plug do I need for Luang Prabang & the Mekong?
Luang Prabang & the Mekong uses type A, B, C, E, F sockets at 230 V.
