Luang Prabang Weather Forecast

Luang Prabang travel should be planned accordingly as the region has several distinct seasons, with the rainy season running from May through to October, the cool dry season from October-February and the hot dry season from March-May.  The cool dry season tends to be the most popular time for tourists and advance bookings of Luang Prabang hotels and Luang Prabang tours is particularly recommended during this period.

While in Luang Prabang, find out how to experience the alms giving ceremony with respect and courtesy.  Then take a look at volunteering opportunities in Luang Prabang.

The rainy season tends to amount to warm days (25-30 degrees) with periodic downpours lasting an hour or so. The hot dry season runs from March-May with temperatures reaching 40 degrees not being unknown. The cool dry season, which tends to be the most popular time of year to visit for a Luang Prabang holiday, runs from October through to February-March, with temperatures dropping to as low as 5 degrees during the nights - warm clothing is recommended if on a Luang Prabang holiday during this time, although day time temperatures of 20-25 degrees are not uncommon.

The cool dry season tends to be the most popular time for tourists and advance bookings of Luang Prabang hotels and Luang Prabang tours is particularly recommended during this period.