Luang Prabang sits in Laos’s mountainous north, where the wet season from May through October brings substantial rainfall to steep, forested terrain, followed by a cooler, drier season from November through April.
The former royal capital sits at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, both of which are monitored closely during the wet season. Because the region’s rivers are short and drop quickly through narrow valleys, heavy monsoon rain can trigger fast-rising streams and landslides with little warning, making radar an important tool for spotting a developing storm before it reaches villages in the valleys below. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Luang Prabang right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Luang Prabang where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Luang Prabang can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Luang Prabang rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Luang Prabang?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Laos and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Luang Prabang, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Luang Prabang rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.
Rain in Luang Prabang by month
Luang Prabang gets about 1,021 mm (40.2 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is August, with 234 mm (9.2 in), and the driest is February, with 6 mm (0.2 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 18.9 °C (66 °F) |
| February | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21.5 °C (71 °F) |
| March | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24.1 °C (75 °F) |
| April | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26.3 °C (79 °F) |
| May | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 26.4 °C (80 °F) |
| June | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 26.0 °C (79 °F) |
| July | 219 mm (8.6 in) | 25.0 °C (77 °F) |
| August | 234 mm (9.2 in) | 24.6 °C (76 °F) |
| September | 127 mm (5.0 in) | 24.5 °C (76 °F) |
| October | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 23.7 °C (75 °F) |
| November | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 21.2 °C (70 °F) |
| December | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18.5 °C (65 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Luang Prabang and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.