Vang Vieng weather
At 2:30 AM local time it was clear and 24°C (75°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM (2.6 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–Mar. Vang Vieng sits 241 m (791 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Vang Vieng, Vientiane, Laos.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 9%
- Chance of rain
- 2%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM (2.6 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–MarOff season Jul–Aug
About Vang Vieng weather
Is it raining in Vang Vieng right now?
No. It’s clear and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 AM (2.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Vang Vieng this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 21–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Vang Vieng lately?
In the past 7 days, Vang Vieng had 5 rainy days and 22.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Vang Vieng?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Vang Vieng weather by month
When is the best time to visit Vang Vieng?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Vang Vieng is Oct–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (78°F) in December to 32°C (90°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Vang Vieng?
August is the wettest month, with about 209 mm (8.2 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 6 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Vang Vieng?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (78°F) and lows of 13°C (56°F).
Does Vang Vieng have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Aug is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months