When to go · Luang Namtha

Luang Namtha in October

Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).

Key facts

Verdict: Mixed
Temperature: 29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C) / 19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C); average high / low
Rain days: 8
Crowds: Medium; Laos overall
Prices: Medium; Laos overall

Plan around it

Verdict

MixedLaos month rating

Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).

October is rated mixed. These months rate higher:

Long-term averages

Luang NamthaHighs around 29 °C (84 °F), lows around 19 °C (66 °F), rain on about 8 daysHighs around 84 °F (29 °C), lows around 66 °F (19 °C), rain on about 8 days
North, Laos · Luang Prabang, Nong Khiaw, Luang Namtha, Phonsavanfine
Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 10 °C (50 °F) at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 50 °F (10 °C) at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.

Laos overall: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Luang Namtha, side by side.

First month

Second month

October: Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).

January: Inside Luang Namtha's best window: Nov–Feb (cool, dry).

Luang Namtha: figures are long-term averages from this guide, not a forecast.

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.