Weather in Vietnam. Seasonality

When is the best time to go to Vietnam?

To summarize the article briefly: all year round. In winter, it is best in South Vietnam, the rest of the time - in Central and North.

Vietnam is entirely in the tropics. This country is characterized by a large amount of precipitation, high humidity, and many sunny days. The flat south of the country has a tropical savannah climate, while the mountainous north has a tropical monsoon climate. All this makes the climate of Vietnam ideal for a beach holiday. If you have a question "when to fly to Vietnam", then the answer is obvious: you can go to Vietnam all year round. Any month is suitable for sightseeing tours. But if you are also planning a beach holiday, in order for the vacation to be perfect, it is advisable to take into account seasonality.

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When the weather is good in Vietnam
Rainy season in vietnam
Weather by months

When the weather is good in Vietnam

Due to the large length of the country from north to south (more than 1500 km), the climate in different regions of the country varies. Each region has its own seasonality, which must be taken into account when planning a vacation. Professional weather forecasters distinguish 7 climatic regions. Most people traditionally distinguish three regions and climatic zones of Vietnam:

Northern (Hanoi, Halong, Sapa)
Central (Danang, Hue, Hoi An)
South (Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc)

Each of these climatic zones has its own characteristics. The south of the country has a more uniform temperature throughout the year, the north is more contrasting. It is best to relax in the North and in the Center from spring to autumn. In the south you can relax all year round (but the ideal time is from December to February).

Rainy season in vietnam

The average annual rainfall in the country ranges from 700 to 5000 mm, although most places in Vietnam receive between 1400 and 2400 mm. Up to 80-90% of the annual precipitation falls during the rainy season.

Depending on the region, the beginning of the rainy season varies: The Vietnamese themselves claim that there are no wet and dry seasons in the north of Vietnam, but there are 4 seasons, just like in Russia. Precipitation is relatively evenly distributed over all months. On the south-central coast, the rainy season begins in August and September, peaks in October and November, and ends in December. In the Central Highlands, the rainy season begins in April and May, peaks in August, and ends in October and November. In the South, the rainy season begins in May, peaks in September and ends in November.

Monthly weather in Vietnam

Average annual temperatures in the country, based on meteorological data from weather stations, range from 12.8 to 27.7 °C. The lowest average annual temperatures are observed in the mountainous regions, where the altitude is higher, and in the northern regions, due to their higher latitudes. In winter, the average temperature ranges from 2 to 26 °C.

Weather in Vietnam in January

The average temperature in Saigon is 26°C, in Hanoi 16.4°C, and in Phu Quoc 25.6°C. Rainfall in Saigon 12 mm, Hanoi 18 mm, Phu Quoc 34 mm. Dry season in the southern part of the country (Saigon, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc). The perfect time to relax in the south of Vietnam.

Where to relax in Vietnam in February

Dry season in the southern part of the country (Saigon, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc). The ideal time to relax in the south of Vietnam, such as Mui Ne or Phu Quoc. Also a suitable season for a holiday in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. The average temperature in Saigon is 26.8°C, in Hanoi 17.2°C, and in Phu Quoc 26.5°C. Rainfall in Saigon 4 mm, Hanoi 19 mm, Phu Quoc 27.6 mm.

Weather in Vietnam in March

Dry season in the southern part of the country: Saigon, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc. Also a suitable season for a holiday in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. The average temperature in Saigon is 28°C, in Hanoi 20°C, and in Phu Quoc 26.5°C. Rainfall in Saigon 13 mm, Hanoi 34 mm, Fukuoka 54 mm.

Holidays in Vietnam in April

Suitable season for holidays in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. The south has a hot and dry season. The best month for trips along the coast. The average temperature in Saigon is 29.2°C, in Hanoi 23.9°C, and in Phu Quoc 28.4°C. Rainfall in Saigon 51 mm, Hanoi 105 mm, Fukuoka 149 mm.

Weather in Vietnam in May

The average temperature in Saigon is 28.8°C, in Hanoi 27.4°C, and in Phu Quoc 28.4°C. Rainfall in Saigon 207 mm, Hanoi 165 mm, Fukuoka 298 mm. An excellent season for relaxing in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. In the south - the hot season. There is a lot of precipitation in the north (but mostly they fall early in the morning and late at night).

Weather in Vietnam in June

An excellent season for relaxing in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. In the south - the hot season. The average temperature in Saigon is 27.8°C, in Hanoi 28.9°C, and in Phu Quoc 27.8°C. Rainfall in Saigon 294 mm, Hanoi 266 mm, Fukuoka 413 mm.

Weather in Vietnam in July

Suitable resorts for a beach holiday in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. It's dry season here. In northern Vietnam, this is the wet season. Rainy season in the south and north. The humidity is hot and stuffy. The average temperature in Saigon is 27.5°C, in Hanoi 29.2°C, and in Phu Quoc 27.5°C. Rainfall in Saigon 307 mm, Hanoi 253 mm, Fukuoka 418 mm.

Where to relax in Vietnam in August

Dry season, favorable for recreation in the central part of Vietnam: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. Rainy season in the south and north. The humidity is hot and stuffy. The average temperature in Saigon is 27.4°C, in Hanoi 28.6°C, and in Phu Quoc 27.3°C. Rainfall in Saigon 281 mm, Hanoi 274 mm, Fukuoka 546 mm.

Weather in Vietnam in September

The south is the wet season. The average temperature in Saigon is 27.2°C, in Hanoi 27.5°C, and in Phu Quoc 27°C. Rainfall in Saigon 305 mm, Hanoi 243 mm, Fukuoka 473 mm.

Holidays in Vietnam in October

Dry season in Northern Vietnam. In the south of Vietnam - the wet season. The average temperature in Saigon is 27°C, in Hanoi 24.9°C, and in Phu Quoc 26.7°C. Rainfall in Saigon 291 mm, Hanoi 156 mm, Fukuoka 387 mm.

Where to relax in Vietnam in November

In the south of Vietnam - the high season is the season. The average temperature in Saigon is 26.7°C, in Hanoi 21.5°C, and in Phu Quoc 26.7°C. Rainfall in Saigon 135 mm, Hanoi 59 mm, Fukuoka 169 mm.

Weather in Vietnam in December

Dry season in the southern part of the country (Saigon, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau, Phu Quoc). The ideal time to relax in the south of Vietnam (Saigon, Phu Quoc). The average temperature in Saigon is 26°C, in Hanoi 18.2°C, and in Phu Quoc 26°C. Rainfall in Saigon 28 mm, Hanoi 20 mm, Phu Quoc 59 mm.