January · Laos
Best time to visit Pakse in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pakse in January
Average temperature 25°C, 20 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 20 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Pakse scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 25°C, 20 mm of rain, and roughly 22 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.
January: the best month of the year in Pakse
Trail conditions at 25°C (76°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 20 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Pakse at 8.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and 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 January?
- In January, Pakse averages 25°C, 20 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Pakse?
- January earns a 8.5/10 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 January?
- Expect about 20 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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