City in Champasak, Laos
Pakse weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Pakse
Nov–Feb is dry and best for the plateau loop. Mar–Apr is very hot; Jun–Oct rains swell the waterfalls but flood dirt roads.
Pakse weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan33°5 mm
- Feb35°4 mm
- Mar36°30 mm
- Apr36°67 mm
- May34°151 mm
- Jun31°185 mm
- Jul30°308 mm
- Aug29°312 mm
- Sep30°281 mm
- Oct30°101 mm
- Nov31°21 mm
- Dec32°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C91°F | 19°C67°F | 5 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| February | 35°C95°F | 22°C71°F | 4 mm | 51% | Hot |
| March | 36°C97°F | 25°C76°F | 30 mm | 52% | Very hot |
| April | 36°C97°F | 26°C79°F | 67 mm | 58% | Very hot |
| May | 34°C92°F | 26°C78°F | 151 mm | 73% | Hot |
| June | 31°C88°F | 25°C77°F | 185 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C85°F | 24°C76°F | 308 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| August | 29°C85°F | 24°C76°F | 312 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| September | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 281 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C87°F | 23°C73°F | 101 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| November | 31°C88°F | 21°C70°F | 21 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| December | 32°C89°F | 19°C67°F | 10 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
Best months across Laos
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Luang Prabang | Nov–Feb | Apr (36°C) |
| Vang Vieng | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Vientiane | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| 4000 Islands | Nov–Feb | Apr (37°C) |
| Pakse | Nov–Feb | Mar (36°C) |
| Nong Khiaw | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Thakhek | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Phonsavan | Nov–Mar | Apr (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Pakse?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is dry and best for the plateau loop. Mar–Apr is very hot; Jun–Oct rains swell the waterfalls but flood dirt roads.
When is the rainy season in Pakse?
Rain peaks in August with about 312 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Pakse?
March, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Pakse get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 19°C (67°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.