About Vietnam
Ha Long Bay, ancient temples, vibrant street food, and rich history.
Cities(7)
Da Nang
Modern city with beautiful beaches
Hanoi
Ancient temples, bustling Old Quarter and legendary street food
Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam's largest and most dynamic city
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Hoi An
Lantern-lit streets and tailor shops
Nha Trang
Nha Trang: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Sapa
Rice terraces and hill tribes
Islands(1)
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Vietnam
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 05:46
- Sunset
- 17:57
- Golden hour
- 17:27
- Blue hour
- 18:19
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Vietnam month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 20° | 22° | 25° | 29° | 31° | 33° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 28° | 25° | 21° |
| Night | 13° | 15° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 26° | 26° | 25° | 24° | 21° | 18° | 14° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 41 | 30 | 58 | 102 | 234 | 230 | 271 | 323 | 245 | 121 | 57 | 35 |
| Rain days (days) | 8 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 19 | 12 | 8 | 7 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 3.9 | 4 | 4.1 | 6.6 | 8.3 | 8.3 | 8.1 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.3 | 7.1 | 5.5 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Vietnam month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
October – April
Driest month
December · 21%
Wettest month
August · 75%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 27% | 27% | 34% | 37% | 56% | 62% | 68% | 75% | 63% | 37% | 25% | 21% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 8 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 23 | 19 | 12 | 8 | 7 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Vietnam is from November to April when the weather is dry across most regions. The north enjoys cool, dry winters while the south has warm, pleasant temperatures. This period is ideal for exploring Ha Long Bay, ancient temples, and bustling cities. Avoid June to September when heavy monsoon rains affect most areas.
Climate Overview
Vietnam has a tropical monsoon climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The country spans multiple climate zones: the north has four seasons with cool winters, while the south remains warm year-round. Average temperatures range from 22-28°C, with coastal areas moderated by sea breezes. Humidity is high throughout the year, typically 75-85%.
Monthly Weather Overview
Based on Hanoi
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 20° | 14° | 20 |
February | 21° | 15° | 25 |
March | 24° | 18° | 45 |
April | 28° | 22° | 80 |
May | 32° | 25° | 190 |
June | 33° | 26° | 240 |
July | 33° | 26° | 280 |
August | 32° | 26° | 300 |
September | 31° | 25° | 260 |
October | 28° | 23° | 150 |
November | 25° | 19° | 50 |
December | 22° | 15° | 20 |
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Where to stay in Vietnam
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Vietnam, from our partner Stay22.
Weather in Vietnam
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Things to do in Vietnam
Tours and activities in Vietnam, from our partner GetYourGuide.
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