New Laos National Stadium
Stadium Multi-purpose national stadium hosting athletics and football
New Laos National Stadium in Vientiane hosts athletics, football and national ceremonies; visitors attend matches, regional tournaments and occasional large cultural events.
The New Laos National Stadium is a modern multi-purpose stadium in Vientiane Prefecture built to host national and regional sporting events. It forms part of Laos’s national sports complex.
The venue accommodates football matches and track and field competitions and includes spectator seating and supporting facilities. It is used for national team fixtures, domestic competitions and large-scale sporting events.
The stadium was developed in the 2000s as part of infrastructure upgrades for regional sport and national events. It replaced earlier facilities and established a modern venue for athletics and football in the capital region.
Located in Vientiane Prefecture, the stadium sits within the capital area and is accessible from the city by road.
- Primary uses: Constructed as part of the national sports complex for major regional events and used for football and athletics competitions.
How to Get to New Laos National Stadium #
The New Laos National Stadium is inside Vientiane city (Vientiane Prefecture). The simplest way to reach it is by taxi, tuk‑tuk or motorcycle taxi from Vientiane city centre or from Wattay International Airport - it is a short city drive and normally reachable in under 20 minutes depending on traffic. On event days taxis and informal shuttle services commonly serve the stadium; reliable scheduled bus line information is limited, so use a taxi or ride service if you need a guaranteed connection.
Tips for Visiting New Laos National Stadium #
- Check the stadium's event schedule before you go-public access is often limited to match days or organised events, and non-event entry may require contacting stadium management or a local tour operator in advance.
- Visit in the late afternoon when temperatures drop and any team training or smaller events are more likely to be visible; this also reduces midday heat common in Vientiane.
- Use a tuk‑tuk or taxi to reach the complex rather than relying on infrequent public buses, and allow extra time for routine security checks at the main entrance on event days.
Best Time to Visit New Laos National Stadium #
Visit during the dry season (November-April) for cooler, drier weather and more reliable outdoor conditions.
Weather & Climate near New Laos National Stadium #
New Laos National Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 15°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1861 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
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February
February is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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April
April is hot, feeling like 29°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C. Heavy rain (252 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (333 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (361 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (382 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (288 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
