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Khone Phapheng Falls

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Khone Phapheng Falls

Laos
Best timeJan
Set inLaos
In season~90°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

72–97°F
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Dec–Mar. Go in Apr, Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 66%
WarmestMar · 97°F
WettestAug
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Khone Falls and Pha Pheng Falls together form a waterfall located in Champasak Province on the Mekong River in southern Laos, near the border with Cambodia. It is the widest waterfall in the world at 10,783 metres in width from one edge of its multiple channels to the other.

Best time to visit

Aim for Jan.

Pairs well with

Ta Prohm
145 mi away
Banteay Kdei
145 mi away
Ta Keo
146 mi away
Thommanon
146 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Khone Phapheng Falls?

The best time to visit Khone Phapheng Falls is January, in Laos.

Where is Khone Phapheng Falls?

Khone Phapheng Falls is in Laos.

What is Khone Phapheng Falls known for?

The Khone Falls and Pha Pheng Falls together form a waterfall located in Champasak Province on the Mekong River in southern Laos, near the border with Cambodia. It is the widest waterfall in the world at 10,783 metres in width from one edge of its multiple channels to the other.

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