December · Laos
Best time to visit Pakse in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pakse in December
Average temperature 24°C, 35 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Pakse scores 8.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 24°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 20 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.
December in Pakse — reliably good (2nd best month)
December averages 24°C (75°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Expect 35 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 daylight hours.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pakse in December?
- In December, Pakse averages 24°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Pakse?
- December earns a 8.3/10 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 December?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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