Best Time to Visit Vietnam

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Most parts of the country experience dry and pleasant weather though further north, you can expect cooler temperatures. The wet season draws to an end in Central Vietnam and the air is a pleasant 68°F. Temperatures in north Vietnam are between 50°F – 60°F while readings in south Vietnam are around 85°F.

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It’s time to get festive as the country celebrates Tet, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. It is also one of the best times to visit Vietnam as southern parts of the country are bathed in sunshine and central parts of the country almost out of wet season. Temperatures in the north are around the low 60s though you can expect clear, blue skies.

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With pleasant temperatures throughout the country, March is one of the best months to visit Vietnam. Northern parts of the country step out of winter while central and southern regions continue to enjoy beautiful weather. Temperatures are around the mid-60s in the North and around the low to mid-80s in other parts of the country.

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It’s the last month of spring and still a great time to travel to Vietnam. The south starts to see temperatures rise into the high 80s, the north heads towards a wet and hot summer while the beaches of the central coast continue to enjoy glorious weather.

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If you want to experience the country without the crowds and are ok with the odd shower, May is a good time to visit Vietnam. The South experiences afternoon downpours and by the end of the month, the North starts to get wet too. You would be well advised to carry an umbrella or raincoat. Temperatures are in the mid to upper 80s across the country.

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The northern and southern parts of the country are firmly in the midst of the rainy season. Temperatures and humidity levels are high. In the central regions, days are hot and dry with clear, blue skies making it the perfect getaway from all the rain the rest of the county is experiencing.

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It is the wettest time of the year in Halong Bay, Hanoi and the mountains further north. The southern and northern parts of the country continue to be hot and wet. The only exceptions are the central parts of the country that continue to enjoy dry and sunny days.

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Precipitation levels continue to be high and it is best to avoid cruises along the Halong Bay and treks in the Sapa region. It is the wettest month of the year in Hanoi. The central beaches are still a good bet though, by the end of the month, the region starts experiencing more rainfall. Temperatures across the country are in the mid 80s.

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The central region heads into wet season just as the rest of the country heads out of it. Rainfall becomes less frequent in the southern parts of the country, particularly towards the end of the month. Similarly, the northern part of Vietnam sees a drop in temperatures towards the latter part of the month with temperatures in the low 80s.

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With temperatures in the high 70s, it is one of the best times to visit Vietnam. The north experiences terrific weather conditions and it’s the perfect time to hike the mountainous northern region of Sapa. It’s pouring in central parts of Vietnam making the beaches off limits.

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Cool and dry weather returns making November a popular month to travel to Vietnam. The northern and southern parts of the country are characterized by clear, blue skies and moderate temperatures. It is one of the best months to visit Halong Bay. The central parts of the country are, however, still under a rainy spell with chances of flooding.

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The rains start to leave central Vietnam and weather conditions continue to be ideal in the northern and southern parts of the country. It is peak tourist season and accommodations sell out quickly so plan ahead if you want to visit the country during this time of the year.