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The Best Time to Travel to Vietnam

by Yuan King
August 26, 2021
in Adventures, Budget, Couples, Da Lat - Lam Dong, Food, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An - Quang Nam, Luxury
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The Best Time to Travel to Vietnam

Vietnam is an exciting country bristling with new and curious experiences at every turn. Any visitor to this bewildering country will see and experience things you won’t soon forget. The best time to travel and visit Vietnam can be any time of the year, depending on which activities interest you. Vietnam is similar to but also vastly different from its neighbors, so if you’re planning on a Southeast Asian trip, you’ll find the “same same, but different” slogan doesn’t always apply. Some of the best things about Vietnam are its landscapes, people, and history. Once you get stuck in, you’ll find out how beautiful and resilient this country is. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide on the best time to visit Vietnam based on its weather, attractions, festivals, and flight prices.

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Contents

  • Weather
    • North
    • Central
    • South
  • How much are flights to Vietnam?
    • Peak season (June-July)
    • Shoulder season (February-April)
    • Low season (September-October)
  • Annual festivals
    • Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) – January/ February
    • Danang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) – April
    • Hue Festival – April-May (every two years)
    • Mid-Autumn Festival – September
    • Quest Music Festival – November
    • Hoi An Lantern Festival (14th day of each lunar month)

Weather

Vietnam’s weather patterns differ significantly between the north and south. Depending on where you’re planning to spend most of your time, make sure you’re well-prepared for the weather.

North

The best time to travel to Vietnam’s northern region is between March and May, and from September to November when you’ll be spared the full brunt of the summer heat and the cold winter downpours. The period between March and May is Vietnam’s spring season, and the countryside around Hanoi is in full bloom. If you’re planning a trip up to Sapa, this is the perfect time as the entire valley is tapestried with emerald rice fields and is any photographer’s dream! Ha Long Bay is especially famous during these months, where you can laze on the deck of your junk boat, surrounded by warm water and clear skies.

If you’re planning to visit Hanoi between June and August, keep in mind that summer temperatures can reach a searing 33 degrees Celsius. Best to plant yourself near a pool with lots of sunblock for those hot, humid days. Summertime in Vietnam is also a peak travel season for the locals during school holidays, so best to book regional flights and accommodation in advance. Summer is also monsoon season, so always carry an umbrella and poncho with you for unexpected showers.

The winter months, between November and February, offer cold, wet days where you can spend hours browsing museums, souvenir shops and sipping on traditional cà phê sữa nóng (hot coffee) in cozy corner cafés.

Average temperature & rainfall levels per month in Hanoi:

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Low °C 15 15 18 21 24 25 26 26 25 22 19 15
High °C 19 19 23 26 31 32 32 32 31 28 24 21
Rainfall (mm) 16 30 37 87 196 240 312 338 252 116 40 20

What to pack:

  • Light cotton clothes (summer)
  • Warm duffel jacket and boots (winter)
  • Rain jacket
  • Good walking shoes
  • Sunblock
  • Backpack

Central

Vietnam’s central region experiences more of a coastal climate. If you plan on biking through the central highlands down to Da Nang, make sure you plan your trip for between January and August. The area experiences heavy rains in October/ November, while May and August are particularly hot months. Hoi An hardly encounters heavy showers and is uniquely beautiful between February and July when the old town and beaches are humming with activity.

Average temperature & rainfall per month in Da Nang:

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Low °C 19 19 21 23 24 25 25 24 24 23 21 20
High °C 24 26 27 30 32 34 34 33 31 29 27 25
Rainfall (mm) 107 41 30 31 58 81 73 113 360 553 401 227

What to pack:

  • Light cotton clothing
  • Good walking shoes
  • Beach gear
  • Sunblock
  • Backpack
  • Enough money to have a piece of tailor-made clothing made (Dong/ US Dollars)

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South

The best time to travel to Vietnam’s southern region is between December and April. Unlike its northern counterpart, the south experiences consistently warm temperatures throughout the year, peaking at around 34 degrees Celsius between February and May. The balmy summer days are ideal for gazing across the skyscrapers from one of the dozens of swanky rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City. The dry season runs from January to April; June to November sees the most rain showers occurring in the afternoon. Don’t worry about the rain affecting your travel plans – the lush green countryside is well worth exploring in full bloom.

Average temperature & rainfall per month in Ho Chi Minh City:

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Low °C 22 23 24 26 26 25 24 25 25 24 23 22
High °C 32 33 34 34 34 32 32 32 31 31 31 31
Rainfall (mm) 10 10 10 40 140 140 180 190 170 190 160 120

What to pack:

  • Light cotton clothing
  • Good walking shoes
  • Backpack
  • Sunblock

No matter where you’re traveling in Vietnam, make sure always to pack in a small first-aid kit, mosquito spray, wet wipes, and a universal adaptor.

How much are flights to Vietnam?

Peak season (June-July)

The high season for traveling to Vietnam is typically in June and July. While this is a peak going season for travelers due to school holidays, the Vietnamese school holidays also overlap at this time. Prepare for busy airports and full flights, especially if you’re planning on exploring more of Southeast Asia while you’re there. If you’re looking to travel on the cheap, this period, as well as during Tet (early February), may not be the best time to travel and visit Vietnam. You’ll find many hotels and flights booked up if you leave it to the last minute. With lots of people on the move, your best bet is to plan to score some good deals on flights and accommodation.

Shoulder season (February-April)

Save around 17% on flights by traveling between February and April. This is the perfect time to take advantage of significant savings and having Vietnam’s attractions all to yourself before the summer crowds set in.

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Low season (September-October)

The best time to travel to Vietnam is during the low season, between September and October. This is the cheapest time to fly to Vietnam, and you can save up to 25% on airline tickets. Not only can you save big on flights, but you’ll be competing with fewer crowds throughout your holiday too! Make sure you check out our flight specials page for our latest flight deals to Vietnam.

Annual festivals

If you’re considering the best time to visit Vietnam, think about planning your trip around some of these festivals to experience the vibrancy and culture of the local people.

Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) – January/ February

Hanoi is the best city to enjoy this festival, where the locals ring in the New Year over 15 days. Temples are bursting with visitors at this time of year, and the streets are filled with incense and red and gold decorations. Watch the vibrant fireworks from a rooftop bar or join in the street parties down below.

Danang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) – April

A dazzling performance of fireworks displays from local and international participants, this festival sees the city light up in spectacular colors and creativity. Each year has a different theme, so pull up a chair along the eastern side of the Han River for the best seat in the house.

Hue Festival – April-May (every two years)

A fanfare of art exhibitions, film screenings, boat races, kite flying, street performances, fashion shows, and poetry showcases is what you can enjoy if you find yourself in Hue between April and May.

image courtesy of @queenielele via Instagram

Mid-Autumn Festival – September

In honor of the full moon, this colorful festival lights up the streets with lion dances, street performances, food markets, and paper lanterns. The best place to witness the extravaganza is in the Ancient Town in Hoi An, where art exhibitions and lantern-lights fill the cobbled streets.

Quest Music Festival – November

Vietnam’s ultimate music festival, Quest, is an outdoor festival spanning three days of music, costume parades, crafts, and an all-around good time. With this festival drawing a large ex-pat crowd, you can expect varied genres and styles to keep you dancing all weekend long.

image courtesy of @didi_vixen via Instagram

Hoi An Lantern Festival (14th day of each lunar month)

If you find yourself in Hoi An during this time, what a treat! The Ancient Town is lit up with hundreds of colorful lanterns and candles, while the streets are full of traditional music, poetry readings, and lantern-making classes. You can’t help but be swept up its picturesque romance.

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For cheap flights and spectacular sightseeing, the best time to travel Vietnam is between February and April (spring) and September to October (autumn). Temperatures average a comfortable 25 °C up north. At the same time, the southern regions of Ho Chi Minh and the Mekong Delta are best explored between December and April, with temperatures peaking at around 33 °C. The spring season (March-April) sees the entire country in full bloom and is ideal for trekking, swimming at the beach, and biking through the countryside.

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