Best Time to Visit Lao Cai
Best time: Jan, Dec, Mar, Feb.
Jun is warmest (32°C high); Jul is rainiest (324 mm).
Lao Cai weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19.6 | 12.5 | 18 | 4.7 |
| Feb | 21 | 14 | 48 | 5.5 |
| Mar | 24.6 | 17.1 | 45 | 6.7 |
| Apr | 28.3 | 20.4 | 128 | 7.7 |
| May | 31.1 | 22.8 | 217 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 32 | 24.3 | 270 | 7.8 |
| Jul | 32 | 24.5 | 324 | 7.8 |
| Aug | 31.7 | 23.9 | 249 | 7.8 |
| Sep | 30.8 | 22.6 | 206 | 7.6 |
| Oct | 28 | 20.2 | 103 | 6.5 |
| Nov | 24.7 | 16.1 | 55 | 5.6 |
| Dec | 21.2 | 13.1 | 21 | 4.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecMarFeb
Beaches: MarDecJanNov
Hiking: JanDecFebMar
Sightseeing: JanDecMarFeb
Lao Cai quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jun, Jul): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lao Cai?
Jan, Dec, Mar, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 324 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jun, with average highs of 32°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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