Best time to visit Vietnam
There is no one best time to travel to Vietnam, because there are multiple weather systems. Here is what you need to know:
Best Time to Travel to Vietnam by Region
For a long country, Vietnam has changing weather, from north to south. Here is a quick guide:
– Spring (Jan – Apr): Mild weather (20-21 degrees Celsius/68-70 degrees Fahrenheit) with light rain. Good flower season. Visit Hanoi, Sapa and Ninh Binh.
– Summer (May – Jul): Very hot and humid (25-39 degrees Celsius/77-102 degrees Fahrenheit) with heavy rain. Good for beaches and outdoor adventure. Visit Halong Bay, Cat Ba Island and Ha Giang.
– Autumn (Aug – Nov): The best time to visit (18-28 degrees Celsius/64-82 degrees Fahrenheit) with cool weather and dry. Visit Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Cao Bang.
– Winter (Dec – Feb): Cold and foggy (10-20 degrees Celsius/50-68 degrees Fahrenheit) and sometimes it is snowing far north. Visit Hanoi, Sapa and Moc Chau.
– Dry Season (Dec – Apr): Hot and dry (25-35 degrees Celsius/77-95 degrees Fahrenheit). Great for beaching it and outdoor adventure. Visit Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta and Phu Quoc Island.
– Rainy Season (May – Nov): Warm and humid (25-32 degrees Celsius/77-90 degrees Fahrenheit) with some rain in the afternoon. The countryside is green and beautiful. Visit Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho and Ben Tre.
– North Central Coast: The best time to visit is in autumn.
– South Central Coast and Highlands: The best time to visit is in the dry season. Visit Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang, and Dalat.
Best Tourist Seasons
– Peak Season (mid Dec to Mar and Jul to Sep)
There are busy times with all tourist, especially in cities.
Make sure to book ahead, pack for different weather, and be prepared for crowds.
– Low season (Apr to Jun and Sep to Nov)
There are fewer tourist, and usually some reasonable deals.
Check the weather and make sure to pack accordingly.