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Mount Phou Si

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Mount Phou Si

Luang Prabang, Laos
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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).

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61–95°F
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Sweet spotPeak Nov–Mar. Go in Apr, Oct for similar weather.

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WarmestApr · 95°F
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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

A steep 100-meter hill in the center of Luang Prabang's old town, Mount Phou Si is crowned by the golden stupa of That Chomsi and reached by a stairway of more than 300 steps, rewarding the climb with panoramic views over the Mekong River and the town's temple rooftops.

Know before you go

  • Climb about 30-45 minutes before sunset to claim a good spot for the view over the Mekong.
  • Wear comfortable shoes; the stairway has over 300 steps with no shade for much of the climb.
  • Expect crowds at the summit at sunset — arrive slightly early or come at sunrise for more solitude.

Pairs well with

Kuang Si Falls
10 mi away
Ban Ho Mosque
218 mi away
Wat Phra Sing
219 mi away
Chiang Mai Zoo
221 mi away

Frequently asked questions

Where is Mount Phou Si?

Mount Phou Si is in Luang Prabang, Laos.

What is Mount Phou Si known for?

A steep 100-meter hill in the center of Luang Prabang's old town, Mount Phou Si is crowned by the golden stupa of That Chomsi and reached by a stairway of more than 300 steps, rewarding the climb with panoramic views over the Mekong River and the town's temple rooftops.

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