Luang Prabang vs Vientiane

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vientiane edges ahead as the better destination in April. Vientiane offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Luang Prabang sees 11 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Luang Prabang can feel quite hot at 33°C, so plan for heat. Vientiane runs hot at 34°C.

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

Luang Prabang reaches an average high of 33°C (91°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

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 two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Luang Prabang receives approximately 82 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Vientiane sees 68 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Vientiane the drier option by 1 rain day and 14 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.