October · Laos
Best time to visit Pakse in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pakse in October
Average temperature 26°C, 102 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
5.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 102 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Pakse scores 5.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 102 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.
October in Pakse — workable with trade-offs
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in October; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
102 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.5/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Pakse — 3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pakse in October?
- In October, Pakse averages 26°C, 102 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.5/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Pakse?
- October earns a 5.5/10 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 October?
- Expect about 102 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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