Laos in October
October is a good time to visit Laos, though not the very best.
Rainy season. Laos' wet season finally draws to a close in October, with a higher chance of dry days towards the end of the month. Average temperatures sit comfortably around the mid 20°Cs. All-in-all October is a good time of year to visit Laos and beat the crowds who flock back from November. Autumn brings relative stability to weather in Laos. At September there is still rainy but gradually temperature goes to comfortable 25 °C (77 °F) and showers are subsiding by the end of October. The country is exceptionally rich on cultural and natural sights. Temples of the capital, lakes, waterfalls, caves and river rapids of Mekong are providing great basis for planning unforgettable vacation. And at October with its mild temperatures and little precipitation is perfect time for this.
Festivals in October
Boun Ok Phansa & Boat Racing Celebration (approximate dates)
End of Buddhist Lent: candlelit offerings float down the Mekong and boat races follow. Lunar date, usually October.
Full moon of the 11th Lao lunar month, the end of Buddhist Lent (in October); the boat races are the next day.
Next date: 26–27 Oct 2026
(approx., may be a day off)
Where to go in Laos
Other places with good weather in October
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