Vientiane Weather in June

June: sticky and rainy

Vientiane in June feels hot, humid and often cloudy. Rain falls on many days, and the sun rarely stays out for long. Showers can interrupt a walk, but they don't usually rule out the whole day. May is hotter; July is rainier.

Plan for flexible sightseeing. Wat Si Saket and the COPE Visitor Centre give you worthwhile indoor stops when rain sets in. The riverside is pleasant between showers, but skip long outdoor visits to Buddha Park if storms are building. Wet paths and sudden downpours can make the trip there less comfortable.

June events and quieter streets

Boun Bang Fai, the Lao rocket festival, is held in some communities around this time, but dates and local celebrations vary. It's not a guaranteed Vientiane city event. Buddhist observances such as Visakha Bousa also fall in May or June, depending on the lunar calendar; temples may be busier on the day.

If you hate crowds, June is a calmer choice than the dry-season peak in December and January. It's low season, so visitor numbers and hotel rates are generally lower than in those popular months. Rain can still disrupt plans, though, and not every tour runs as often.

Make the rain work for you

Keep a dry-weather option close by. The COPE Visitor Centre, near the city centre, is a useful place to spend a rainy spell and learn about the impact of unexploded ordnance in Laos. When skies clear, take a short stroll along the Mekong rather than committing to a long outdoor outing.

Travelling with kids? Save Buddha Park for a break in the rain, and ask your tuk-tuk driver about the road conditions before setting out. For dinner, try khao piak sen, a comforting Lao noodle soup that suits a damp evening.