Vietnam is a long, narrow country with a variety of climate zones.
This means that whilst it is winter in the north, the south may be enjoying tropical summer weather.
The best time to visit therefore depends very much on which regions you wish to visit.
Ideal time to travel to Northern Vietnam
Regions
- Hanoi
- Halong Bucht
- Ninh Binh
- Sapa
Best time to travel:
👉 October – April
Temperatures:
20–28°C
Summer
May - September
and sometimes very humid.
Ideal time to travel to Central Vietnam
Regions
- Hue
- Da Nang
- Hoi An
Best time to travel:
👉 February – August
Temperatures:
25–35°C
Rainy season:
September – November
Ideal time to travel to Southern Vietnam
Regions
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Mekong Delta
- Phu Quoc
Best time to travel:
👉 December – April
Temperatures:
25–33°C
Rainy season:
May – October
(mostly short tropical showers).
Weather in Vietnam month by month
January
Excellent time to travel to Southern and Central Vietnam.
February
This is one of the best times of years to travel through Vietnam.
March
Comfortable temperatures across the country.
April
Really good weather for travelling in many regions.
May
Rainy season begins in the south.
June
The weather is warm and tropical, perfect for a beach holiday.
July
Rainy season in the south, but often just brief showers.
August
Warm and humid in many regions.
September
The rainy season is beginning in central Vietnam.
October
A very good time to visit North Vietnam.
November
Pleasant climate during the transition period.
December
Ideal time to travel to Southern Vietnam
Advice for travelling to Vietnam
Many travellers combine several regions in a round trip.
For example:
- North Vietnam, including Hanoi and Halong Bay
- Central Vietnam, including Hoi An
- South Vietnam and the Mekong Delta
So you can experience different climate zones to the full.
Here are some sample itineraries for your unforgettable trip to Vietnam
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