The month in detail
What to expect in July
July falls in the wet season in Laos. Showers are often brief but intense. With 56% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
July ranks 10 out of 12 months in Laos. Compared to June: 12 pts more rainy days, −0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Daylight
13.1h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 16
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Laos is February (9.0/10), 4.2 pts higher than July.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Laos
🗣️LanguageLaotien
💶CurrencyKip laotien (₭)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 34°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 62%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in July
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Location
Where is Laos ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
LaosTropical climate with a 9.0 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
19.86°N · 102.14°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Laos?
February is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 16.0°C lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 6.0% rainy days. The months of February & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Laos get in February?
Laos averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Laos?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Laos in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 16.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Laos good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Laos scores 8.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Laos?
August is the most difficult month to visit Laos, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Laos in July?
The average UV index reaches 7 in July in Laos (high), with about 13.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.