Vientiane Weather in January
Laos · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (83°F)
Avg low15°C (59°F)
Rainfall9 mm (0.4 in)
RatingExcellent 9.8/10
In January, Vientiane has average highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F). The month is very dry, with about 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain spread over 2 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 11 hours of daylight and mostly clear skies.
Is January a good time to visit Vientiane?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Vientiane. The weather rates excellent (9.8/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (83°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C (59°F) |
| Daily mean | 21°C (70°F) |
| Rainfall | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 2 |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Cloud cover | 32% |
| Daylight | 11 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 8.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 5.7 km/h |
| vs December | 1°C warmer than December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Vientiane in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
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
← DecemberBest time to visit VientianeFebruary →
Nearby in January
- Luang Prabang28°C · 16 mm
- Chiang Mai27°C · 17 mm
- Hanoi21°C · 35 mm
- Bangkok33°C · 15 mm
- Siem Reap34°C · 9 mm
- Haiphong20°C · 43 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.