Weather in Luang Prabang in January
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
January is an excellent time to visit Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 31°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.
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Is January a good time to visit Luang Prabang?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:50 AM
5:53 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 16°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 32°C | 17°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 35°C | 21°C | 6 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 32°C | 21°C | 16 | Wet |
| May | 35°C | 25°C | 13 | Wet |
| June | 33°C | 25°C | 17 | Wet |
| July | 33°C | 25°C | 20 | Wet |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 26 | Wet |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 21 | Wet |
| October | 28°C | 21°C | 12 | Good |
| November | 30°C | 19°C | 3 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 28°C | 15°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Luang Prabang? +
January is typically Excellent for visiting Luang Prabang, with average highs of 31°C and around 0 rainy days.
What should I pack for Luang Prabang in January? +
With highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Luang Prabang in January? +
Luang Prabang typically sees around 0 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Luang Prabang in January? +
In January, Luang Prabang gets approximately 11.1 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Luang Prabang? +
Yes, January is peak season in Luang Prabang. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit Luang Prabang? +
The best months to visit Luang Prabang are November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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