August · Laos
Best time to visit Pakse in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pakse in August
Average temperature 27°C, 331 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 331 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Pakse scores 3.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 331 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pakse is southern Laos's main town, at the Mekong's meeting with the Xe Don river and the Bolaven Plateau.
August in Pakse: expect compromises
August averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 89%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
331 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.9/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 4.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pakse in August?
- In August, Pakse averages 27°C, 331 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Pakse?
- August earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pakse in August?
- Expect about 331 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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