Geography of Laos
Geography of Laos: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Laos
Chiang Mai is 246 mi to the west, Suvarnabhumi Airport is 321 mi to the south-west, Thailand is 324 mi to the south-west and Bangkok is 324 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 17°58′32.5″N 102°37′59.2″E (17.9757, 102.6331)
Quick facts about Laos
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 17°58′32.5″N 102°37′59.2″E (17.9757, 102.6331) |
| Capital | Vientiane |
| Population | 7.600.000 |
| Area | 91.429 sq mi |
| ISO code | LA |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | LAO |
| Currency | Lao kip (LAK) |
| Languages | Lao |
| Calling code | +856 |
| Time zone | Asia/Vientiane |
| Local time | 8:58 PM (UTC+07:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, November and December |
| Climate | Tropical |
Geography by river in Laos
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Summary
Laos is a country in Asia. Laos is a country in Asia with its capital at Vientiane. It has a population of about 7.6 million. The capital is Vientiane.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Laos with overcast. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 76°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Laos is January, February, March, November and December. The climate is tropical. May, June and September tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 62°F.
Nearby highlights include Mekong River.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is 3.2°F below the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Laos today at 8.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Laos month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 62° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 87° | 68° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 91° | 72° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 96° | 77° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 91° | 77° | 9,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 89° | 77° | 13,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 76° | 17,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 76° | 10,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 87° | 75° | 19,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 88° | 74° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 85° | 70° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 83° | 66° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Laos?
Laos is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 17.9757, 102.6331. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Laos right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Laos?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Laos, which has a tropical climate. May, June and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Laos in?
Laos observes Asia/Vientiane (UTC+07:00). The local time is 8:58 PM.
How many people live in Laos?
Laos has a population of approximately 7.6 million.
What are the top things to do in Laos?
Popular options include Mekong River.
What places are in Laos?
Laos covers 1 places in this atlas, including Mekong River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 8:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
