Best time to Visit Luang Prabang

Located in the northern Laos, Luang Prabang has known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 and considered one of the best stop in Laos. If you are planning a trip to Laos. Read our guide to find out when is the best time to visit Luang Prabang, Laos. 

Nestled on the confluence of the Khan and Mekong Rivers in Laos, Luang Prabang influenced by tropical climate typical of Southeast Asia with a dry season - stretches from October to March and a wet season - stretches from April to September. So, best time to visit Luang Prbang is from October to March when the weather is more comfortably dry and cool. Due to the advantage of weather, it can also get somewhat crowded, particularly in January & during time of festivals. Hence, make sure to book ahead if you are travelling to Luang Prabang during this peak season. On the other hand, during the wettest months of the year, especially in august and septemble when the Mekong sometimes experiences flooding. However this is considered one of the best time to see dragon boat racing on the Nam Khan river.

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