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Thakhèk, Laos
Khammouane Province · Laos
Thakhèk is a mid-size city in Khammouane Province, Laos with a population of 85,000. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Thakhèk
Thakhek, the capital of Khammouane Province, is a town in south-central Laos on the Mekong River and the administrative centre of the district with the same name. The Third Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge, linking Thakhek and Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, across the river, started in 2009 and was opened on 11 November 2011.
People
Climate
| Population | 85,000 |
| Population Density | 280 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4103°, 104.8307° |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
| Country | 🇱🇦 Laos |
| State / Province | Khammouane Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.3 inches (2,218 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Thakhèk
Thakhèk is a mid-size city in Laos (Khammouane Province) with a population of 85,000. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet (176 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vientiane.
Climate in Thakhèk
Thakhèk has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2307 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Laos avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 303.9 sq mi (787.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 280/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4103°N, 104.8307°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 16.3 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 17.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 21.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Thakhèk has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 87.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (21.8") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Thakhèk
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Primaire de Chomcheng | — | — | — | — |
| Somsaat Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lao-Japanese-Friendship School | — | — | — | — |
| Viet-Lao School | — | — | — | — |
| College Nabo | — | — | — | — |
| Thakhek Uppser Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thakhek Uppser Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chomcheng Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Thakhèk
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Thakhèk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hồ Chí Minh Museum | ||||
| Hồ Chí Minh’s House | ||||
| MAG UXO Visitor Centre | ||||
| Nakhon Phanom Provincial Governor’s Residence Museum | ||||
| The Chakri Dynasty Honor Celebration House |
Farmers Markets in Thakhèk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Market | |||||
| Fresh Market | |||||
| Local market | |||||
| Morning Market | |||||
| Nabo Market | |||||
| Night Market | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Night Market | |||||
| Souksomboun Market | |||||
| Talard Lak Song |
Hotels in Thakhèk
20 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Thakhèk
54 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Thakhèk
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Thakhèk
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Thakhèk
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Thakhèk
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thakhèk
28 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Thakhèk
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Thakhèk
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Thakhèk
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhon Phanom Airport | KOP | Medium Airport |
| Sakon Nakhon Airport | SNO | Medium Airport |
| Thakhek Airport | THK | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Thakhèk
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HAL logistic | |
| Tha Khek post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Thakhèk
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pha That Sikhottabong | |
| Saint Louis Cathedral | |
| Wat Nabo | |
| Буддийский храм |
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Quick Facts
Around Thakhèk
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Thakhèk
19 places within 15 km
- • พิพิธภัณฑ์สัตว์น้ำจืด หนองญาติ
- • Buddha Cave
- • Tham Nang Ene
- • Tham Pha Nya In - Tham Sa Pha In
- • Tham Xang - Elephant Cave
- • Pha Noy
- • Phou Kabout
- • Phou Lektai
- • Phou Namthok
- • Phou Thamphagnat
- + 3 more
- • Friendship Bridge III Viewpoint
- • Sinouk Café
- • the Great Wall
- • จุดถ่ายรูปพระอาทิตย์ตกริมโขง
- • ตลาดอินโดจีนนครพนม
- + 1 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Thakhèk
What is the population of Thakhèk?
Thakhèk has a population of 85,000 residents and is located in Laos. The population density is 280 people per square mile, spread across 303.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Thakhèk?
Thakhèk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.3 inches.