Luang Prabang Weather in January
Laos · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (82°F)
Avg low14°C (58°F)
Rainfall16 mm (0.6 in)
RatingExcellent 10/10
In January, Luang Prabang has average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 14°C (58°F). The month is very dry, with about 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain spread over 2 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 10.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Luang Prabang?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Luang Prabang. The weather rates excellent (10/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (82°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 14°C (58°F) |
| Daily mean | 20°C (69°F) |
| Rainfall | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 2 |
| Humidity | 65% |
| Cloud cover | 40% |
| Daylight | 10.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 7.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 1.1 km/h |
| vs December | 1°C warmer than December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Luang Prabang in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Luang Prabang weather in other months
Jan28°C / 14°C16 mmExcellentFeb31°C / 17°C13 mmExcellentMar33°C / 20°C33 mmGoodApr35°C / 22°C75 mmFairMay34°C / 23°C120 mmPoorJun33°C / 23°C134 mmPoorJul31°C / 23°C226 mmPoorAug31°C / 23°C248 mmPoorSep31°C / 22°C127 mmPoorOct31°C / 21°C55 mmGoodNov29°C / 18°C26 mmExcellentDec27°C / 14°C11 mmExcellent
← DecemberBest time to visit Luang PrabangFebruary →
Nearby in January
- Vientiane28°C · 9 mm
- Chiang Mai27°C · 17 mm
- Hanoi21°C · 35 mm
- Haiphong20°C · 43 mm
- Ha Long20°C · 43 mm
- Kunming16°C · 20 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.