What is the weather like in Vientiane in January?

Expect temperatures between 17°C and 27°C with 3% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Vientiane in January?

Vientiane in January scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Vientiane in January?

January in Vientiane is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Vientiane Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

17°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

3% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Essential Travel Info for Vientiane

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Currency

LAK

₭ Lao kip

Language

Lao

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.809

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Laos.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Laos. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Laos.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Laos take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasPresent in the southern part of the country in the provinces of Attapeu, Champasak, Khammouane, Salavan, Savannakhet, and SekongRare cases in the northern part of the countryNone in the cities of Luang Prabang and Vientiane (the capital)Drug resistanceChloroquine and mefloquineSpeciesP. vivax(55%)P. falciparum(45%)P. knowlesi,6P. malariae,andP. ovale(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisIn the provinces of Attapeu, Champasak, Khammouane, Salavan, Savannakhet, and Sekong: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, tafenoquine2Northern part of the country: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Vientiane?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(65/100)

Short Answer

Popular January in Vientiane offers 27°C and 3% rain chance - excellent conditions that attract maximum visitors. Book 3-6 months ahead for best rates.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 3% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Plenty of sunshine

9.8h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 27.3°C temperatures and low 3% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 27.3°C, 3% rain chance
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Photographers
9.8h sunshine, 70% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 100/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Vientiane in January averages 27°C with 3% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Vientiane in January

What are the temperatures in Vientiane in January?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 17°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Vientiane in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Vientiane in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Vientiane?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Vientiane Weather in January

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