Chiang Mai vs Vientiane

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Chiang Mai edges ahead as the better destination in April. Chiang Mai offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Vientiane sees 11 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Chiang Mai can feel quite hot at 36°C, so plan for heat. Vientiane runs hot at 34°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Chiang Mai is the stronger choice in April.

Chiang Mai reaches an average high of 36°C (97°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Vientiane averages 34°C (93°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.

Chiang Mai receives approximately 31 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Vientiane sees 68 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Chiang Mai the drier option by 6 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.