Climate Insights for Thakhek
Thakhek District, Khammouane, Laos
Climate Overview
The climate in Thakhek is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,096 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 495 mm of rainfall. Thakhek 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 16°C.The climate in Thakhek is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 82.5 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 19.5 in of rainfall. Thakhek 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 61°F.
Temperature
Thakhek sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 34°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Thakhek sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 94°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 72°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Thakhek is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,096 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 175 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 495 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 4 mm. That's 491 mm less than July, 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.Thakhek is a very wet location, receiving approximately 82.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 19.5 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.2 in. That's 19.3 in less than July, 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
Thakhek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Thakhek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Thakhek is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 14 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Thakhek is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°F. 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 Thakhek 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Thakhek based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.