Best Time to Visit Vietnam
Weather changes by region, so the best month depends on where you are going.
There is no single best month for all of Vietnam. The north has four seasons, the centre has a dry and a wet season, and the south is warm all year with a rainy stretch. Match your dates to your region and you will rarely go wrong.
Month by month
| Region | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North | ||||||||||||
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By region
Cool winters
Autumn is clear and golden. Winter can be cold and misty, so pack layers.
Dry and sunny
Beach weather peaks in spring and summer. Autumn brings rain and storms.
Hot all year
The dry season is easiest. Rainy days are usually short afternoon showers.
Cool and fresh
Dalat is lovely in the dry months and green during the rains.
Pick the region first. The month follows.
Festivals to plan around
Tet
Vietnam's biggest holiday. Cities go quiet and transport books out, so reserve early.
Hoi An lantern night
Held on the 14th day of each lunar month. Ask us for dates.
Mid-Autumn festival
Lantern parades and mooncakes, especially fun for families.
Weather patterns shift year to year. We check conditions before you travel.
Pick your month
Tell us when you can travel and we will suggest the right region.
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