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Vang Vieng, Laos
Vientiane · Laos
Vang Vieng is a small city in Vientiane, Laos with a population of 25,000. Elevation: 797 ft (243 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a small town in the Vientiane Province of Laos. It is popular with tourists, specifically backpackers, seeking adventure sports as well as its karst topography. It is on the Nam Song River, 130km north of Vientiane.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,000 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.9235°, 102.4478° |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
| Country | 🇱🇦 Laos |
| State / Province | Vientiane |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 112.8 inches (2,865 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a small city in Laos (Vientiane) with a population of 25,000. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet (243 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vientiane.
Climate in Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.1°C), the coldest is Jan (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1301 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.9°F |
| 41% above Laos avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 679.5 sq mi (1,759.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.9235°N, 102.4478°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Vientiane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 15.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 29.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 23.6 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Vang Vieng has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 68°F in December to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 112.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (29.1") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Vang Vieng
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administrator Training Center | College | — | — |
Schools in Vang Vieng
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathong Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Namuang School | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Elementaire de Vangvieng | — | — | — | — |
| Technical college of Vientiane Province Vangvieng Campus | — | — | — | — |
| Vangvieng High School | — | — | — | — |
| ໂຮງຮຽນປະຖົມສົມບູນ ບ້ານ. ຫ້ວຍສະເຫງົ້າ | — | — | — | — |
| Vangvieng Lower Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vang Vieng
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Vang Vieng
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish and Pork Market | |||||
| Local market | |||||
| Morning Market | |||||
| Old market |
Hotels in Vang Vieng
87 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vang Vieng
127 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vang Vieng
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vang Vieng
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vang Vieng
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vang Vieng
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vang Vieng
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vang Vieng
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vang Vieng
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Vang Vieng
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sayaboury Airport | ZBY | Small Airport |
| Xieng Khouang Airport | XKH | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vang Vieng
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Vang Vieng Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vang Vieng
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kang Temple | |
| That Temple | |
| Wat Ketkeo | |
| Wat Si Suman | |
| Wat Simixay Yaram |
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What is the population of Vang Vieng?
Vang Vieng has a population of 25,000 residents and is located in Laos. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 679.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vang Vieng?
Vang Vieng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 112.8 inches.