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LaosThe weather in January in Vientiane
It's warm in January in Vientiane with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Vientiane. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Vientiane, Laos. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2020, Vientiane reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Vientiane
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Vientiane. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Vientiane | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 20 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Vientiane with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Vientiane is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Vientiane, Laos. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Vientiane
Temperature in January in Vientiane over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Vientiane, Laos. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Vientiane
Total precipitation in January in Vientiane over the years
Daily UV index in January in Vientiane
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Vientiane, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Vientiane by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vientiane. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.