When to go · Luang Namtha

Luang Namtha in July

Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Steady rain; slow boats run well on high water, road legs take longer.

Key facts

Verdict: Mixed
Temperature: 30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C) / 23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C); average high / low
Rain days: 22
Crowds: Low; Laos overall
Prices: Low; Laos overall

Plan around it

Verdict

MixedLaos month rating

Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Steady rain; slow boats run well on high water, road legs take longer.

July is rated mixed. These months rate higher:

Long-term averages

Luang NamthaHighs around 30 °C (86 °F), lows around 23 °C (73 °F), rain on about 22 daysHighs around 86 °F (30 °C), lows around 73 °F (23 °C), rain on about 22 days
North, Laos · Luang Prabang, Nong Khiaw, Luang Namtha, Phonsavanrainy
Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 10 °C (50 °F) at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 50 °F (10 °C) at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.

Laos overall: Steady rain; slow boats run well on high water, road legs take longer.

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Luang Namtha, side by side.

First month

Second month

July: Outside the best window (Nov–Feb (cool, dry)). Across Laos: Steady rain; slow boats run well on high water, road legs take longer.

January: Inside Luang Namtha's best window: Nov–Feb (cool, dry).

Luang Namtha: figures are long-term averages from this guide, not a forecast.