When to go · Phonsavan

Phonsavan in October

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

Key facts

Verdict: Mixed
Temperature: 26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C) / 16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C); average high / low
Rain days: 10
Crowds: Medium; Laos overall
Prices: Medium; Laos overall

Plan around it

Verdict

MixedLaos month rating

Outside the best window (Nov–Mar). 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

PhonsavanHighs around 26 °C (79 °F), lows around 16 °C (61 °F), rain on about 10 daysHighs around 79 °F (26 °C), lows around 61 °F (16 °C), rain on about 10 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 Phonsavan, side by side.

First month

Second month

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

January: Inside Phonsavan's best window: Nov–Mar.

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