Luang Prabang · SummerMonth summary
Luang Prabang weather in August
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
24°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
90% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
December (9.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Luang Prabang in August?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: August is an average time for Luang Prabang. December (9.0/10) is clearly preferable.
By trip type
Luang Prabang in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining In the height of summer, Luang Prabang sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 90% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. December (9.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 16°C | 27°C | 17% | 1.2 | 10.7h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ February | 17°C | 31°C | 9% | 0.7 | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ March | 20°C | 34°C | 16% | 1.0 | 10.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 23°C | 35°C | 35% | 2.7 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 24°C | 34°C | 62% | 5.2 | 11.1h | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 25°C | 32°C | 80% | 6.6 | 10.2h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 24°C | 32°C | 84% | 10.1 | 9.4h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 24°C | 30°C | 90% | 12.2 | 8.9h | 6.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 24°C | 30°C | 80% | 7.7 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 23°C | 30°C | 43% | 2.9 | 10.7h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ November | 20°C | 30°C | 22% | 1.0 | 10.1h | 8.1/10 |
| ☀️ December | 17°C | 28°C | 11% | 0.6 | 10.2h | 9.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Luang Prabang averages 30°C, 90% rainy days and 8.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.2/10.
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Comparison
August vs December (best month)
The best month is December (score 9.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -79%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Luang Prabang in August
Is August a good time to visit Luang Prabang?
August is an acceptable time for Luang Prabang (score 6.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider December (9.0/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Luang Prabang in August?
Yes, 90% of days see rain in August. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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