When to go · Phonsavan
Phonsavan in October
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Mar). Across Laos: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 26°C79°F / 16°C61°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 10
- Crowds
- Medium
- Laos overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Laos overall
Verdict
MixedLaos month rating
Outside the best window (Nov–Mar). Across Laos: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).
Weather in October
- PhonsavanHighs around 26 °C, lows around 16 °C, rain on about 10 daysHighs around 79 °F, lows around 61 °F, rain on about 10 days
- North, Laos · Luang Prabang, Nong Khiaw, Luang Namtha, Phonsavanfine
Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 10 °C at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.Cool, misty mornings Dec–Jan (near 50 °F at altitude); the burning season (Feb–Apr) brings thick smoke; rains wash roads May–Oct.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Laos overall
- Medium
- Prices · Laos overall
- Medium
Laos overall: Rains end; Boun Ok Phansa boat races and floating lanterns (lunar, check).
What to pack
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast