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Muang Hôngsa, Laos
Xiagnabouli · Laos
Muang Hôngsa is a small city in Xiagnabouli, Laos with a population of 6,000. Elevation: 1,867 ft (569 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Muang Hôngsa
Hongsa is a town in northwestern Laos. It is in Hongsa District in Sainyabuli Province. The town is 81 kilometres (50 mi) northwest of the provincial capital Sainyabuli. Nearby Ban Viengkeo is a rotating host to a major elephant festival. The district is the site of the Hongsa coal-fired power plant that began operation in 2015.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,000 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,867 ft (569 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.7025°, 101.3397° |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
| Country | 🇱🇦 Laos |
| State / Province | Xiagnabouli |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.3 inches (1,304 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Muang Hôngsa
Muang Hôngsa is a small city in Laos (Xiagnabouli) with a population of 6,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,867 feet (569 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vientiane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above Laos avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,867 ft (569 m) |
| Area | 654.1 sq mi (1,694.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.7025°N, 101.3397°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Muang Hôngsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 66°F in December to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Muang Hôngsa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hongsah high school | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Muang Hôngsa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "New" Market | |||||
| Hongsa Market |
Hotels in Muang Hôngsa
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Muang Hôngsa
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Muang Hôngsa
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Muang Hôngsa
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Muang Hôngsa
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Muang Hôngsa
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Muang Hôngsa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sayaboury Airport | ZBY | Small Airport |
| Xienglom Airport | XIE | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Muang Hôngsa?
Muang Hôngsa has a population of 6,000 residents and is located in Laos. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 654.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Muang Hôngsa?
Muang Hôngsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.3 inches.