Vientiane Weather in August
Laos · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (87°F)
Avg low24°C (75°F)
Rainfall246 mm (9.7 in)
RatingPoor 1.3/10
In August, Vientiane has average highs of 30°C (87°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). The month is very wet, with about 246 mm (9.7 in) of rain spread over 26 days, making it the wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 85%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.6 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is August a good time to visit Vientiane?
August is not the best time to visit Vientiane (1.3/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in December and January.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (87°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (75°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 246 mm (9.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 26 |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Cloud cover | 93% |
| Daylight | 12.6 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1 hours/day |
| Wind | 5 km/h |
| vs July | 1°C cooler than July, with 31 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Vientiane in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Vientiane weather in other months
Jan28°C / 15°C9 mmExcellentFeb32°C / 18°C16 mmGoodMar35°C / 22°C40 mmFairApr37°C / 25°C68 mmPoorMay35°C / 25°C160 mmPoorJun32°C / 25°C171 mmPoorJul31°C / 24°C215 mmPoorAug30°C / 24°C246 mmPoorSep31°C / 24°C208 mmPoorOct30°C / 22°C93 mmFairNov29°C / 19°C17 mmExcellentDec27°C / 15°C5 mmExcellent
← JulyBest time to visit VientianeSeptember →
Better weather in August nearby
- Astana25°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Baku29°C · 3 mm · Excellent
- Sanaa29°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- Istanbul30°C · 17 mm · Excellent
- Ulan Bator23°C · 73 mm · Excellent
- Bali28°C · 27 mm · Excellent
Nearby in August
- Luang Prabang31°C · 248 mm
- Chiang Mai29°C · 246 mm
- Hanoi31°C · 331 mm
- Bangkok32°C · 196 mm
- Siem Reap31°C · 185 mm
- Haiphong30°C · 363 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.