Lai Châu in January
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
10Rainy days (64 mm)
10:46 hDaylight
06:52Sunrise · 17:39 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 9°C | 64 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 20°C | 10°C | 54 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 24°C | 13°C | 107 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 26°C | 17°C | 137 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 27°C | 20°C | 223 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 21°C | 329 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 21°C | 387 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 21°C | 369 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 27°C | 20°C | 199 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 25°C | 18°C | 97 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| November | 22°C | 14°C | 50 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 19°C | 10°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lai Châu in January?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Lai Châu?
The best months are November, December, February.