Climate Insights for Pakxan

, Bolikhamxai, Laos

Hottest
April
36°C peak
Coldest
January
17°C low
Wettest
August
462mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pakxan is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2008mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 462mm of rainfall. Pakxan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Feb Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18° Mar Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Apr Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 26° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 26° Jul Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Sep Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Dec Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Pakxan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 36°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 15mm Feb Precipitation: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 30mm Apr Precipitation: 47mm May Precipitation: 215mm Jun Precipitation: 330mm Jul Precipitation: 455mm Aug Precipitation: 462mm Sep Precipitation: 322mm Oct Precipitation: 101mm Nov Precipitation: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Pakxan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2008mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 167mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 462mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2mm. That's 460mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Pakxan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Pakxan, which began on March 20, 2026. Pakxan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 293mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1247mm across the season with a monthly average of 416mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 435mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 27°
Apr 30°
May 29°
Jun 28°
Jul 28°
Aug 28°
Sep 28°
Oct 27°
Nov 26°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Pakxan is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 11mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pakxan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
34 °C
10 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
36 °C
10 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
34 °C
9 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
330 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
455 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
462 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
32 °C
8 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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