With a peaceful and charming beauty, Luang Prabang has become one of the most attractive tourist destinations of Laos. There is nothing greater than walking on the road, enjoy the fresh air and the peace of the ancient town. Especially, if travelling to Luang Prabang at the right time of year, you will have a perfectly wonderful trip with winding streets and beautiful temples. Tours in Indochina
Luang Prabang is a beautiful town – Source: villa-maly.com
Having tropical monsoon climate, Luang Prabang has average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius with 2 main seasons, dry and wet. In fact, travelling to Luang Prabang in both 2 seasons will bring you interesting experience but possibly not in the way you have expected.
Dry Season in Luang Prabang
Dry season runs from November to May. This is the high season, when most people visit Luang Prabang at this time because it’s quite comfortable with a little rain. November to February is said to be the ideal time to travel there. The temperature varies from 18 to 21 degrees Celsius so it’s really cool. Moreover, there is very little rain so you don’t need to worry that you will not able to go out due to heavy rain. The weather is ideal, however, means that accommodation is more expensive, and restaurants and places of interest are more crowded and expensive at this time of year.
Clear blue sky – Source: blueskyvietnam.com
From March to May, the temperature is 6 to 8 degrees higher, sometimes the mercury climbs as high as 37°C but it’s so cool at night. Although it’s hotter but this time is still quite comfortable for someone who does not like rainy days to visit.
Wet season in Luang Prabang
April onwards, the rainy season begins with fairly predictable monsoon rains which usually occur in the afternoon or at night. However, it’s not as bad as it sounds. The weather becomes cooler, the temperature is about 24 degrees Celsius. August and September are the rainiest months when the Mekong sometimes experiences flooding. tours in Laos
Refesh beauty of Luang Prabang during the wet season – Source: thebeaumontpartnership.com
In spite of the wet weather, it’s still a good time to visit Luang Prabang because it brings visitors a lot of exclusive experience. Thanks to rains, ecosystem develops so much with lush jungle vegetation, green paddy fields and colourful flowers which you cannot see in the dry season. The sceneries have the refresh and charming beauty, which makes you feel relaxed actually.
Waterfall in rainy season in Luang Prabang – Source: villa-maly.com
Another thing that you should consider when travelling to Luang Prabang in this season is that dragon boat racing on the Nam Khan river taking center stage in Luang Prabang is usually held in September or October. You will have a chance to experience atmosphere of palpable excitement.
Dragon boat racing on the Nam Khan river – Source: falangprabang.com
Moreover, this is not a high season so you will able to find a decent room more easily. The costs of visiting will much lower. You also can enjoy comfortable space because it’s not too crowded.
Generally, both two season have particular attractions. Based on your interest and the characteristics of each season, you can choose when is the best time for you to enjoy your vacation.
See more:
- TRAVEL LAOS IN DRY SEASON- LAOS TRAVEL GUIDE
- VIENTIANE TRAVEL GUIDE
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