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Lao Chải, Vietnam
Lao Cai · Vietnam
Lao Chải is a small town in Lao Cai, Vietnam with a population of 2,324. Elevation: 3,832 ft (1,168 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Lao Chải
Sa Pa is a district-level town in Lào Cai province in the Northwest region of Vietnam. It covers an area of 685 km2 (264 sq mi) and had a population of 70,663 as of 2022.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,324 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,832 ft (1,168 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.3138°, 103.8684° |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Country | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
| State / Province | Lao Cai |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.2 inches (2,089 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lao Chải
Lao Chải is a small town in Vietnam (Lao Cai) with a population of 2,324. The city sits at an elevation of 3,832 feet (1,168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above Vietnam avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,832 ft (1,168 m) |
| Area | 27.5 sq mi (71.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.3138°N, 103.8684°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 17.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 16.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Lao Chải has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 50°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.2") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Lao Chải
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Su Pan school | — | — | — | — |
| Lao Chai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lao Chải
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lao Chải
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bảo tàng Lào Cai | ||||
| Bảo tàng tỉnh Lào Cai | ||||
| Carved Boulder Museum | ||||
| Former Site of Hekou Customs | ||||
| Hekou Uprising Memorial Hall | ||||
| Museum of Family Homestay | ||||
| Sa Pa Museum |
Farmers Markets in Lao Chải
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chợ Bình Minh | |||||
| Chợ Cam Đường | |||||
| Chợ du lịch Lào Cai | |||||
| Chợ Kim Tân | |||||
| Cốc Lều A Market | |||||
| Cốc Lều B Market | |||||
| Gian Hàng Trạm Dừng Nghỉ KM 237 Lào Cai | |||||
| Sapa Market | |||||
| Tam Duong Market | |||||
| 中越阳光边贸商场 |
Hotels in Lao Chải
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lao Chải
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lao Chải
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lao Chải
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Post Offices in Lao Chải
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| VNPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lao Chải
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nhà Thờ Giáo Họ Mường Hoa | |
| Nhà Thờ Giáo Họ Thôn Lý | |
| Nhà Thờ Giáo Xứ Lao Chải |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Vietnam
4 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Lao Chải?
Lao Chải has a population of 2,324 residents and is located in Vietnam. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 27.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lao Chải?
Lao Chải enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.2 inches.