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Best Time to Visit Vietnam

🇻🇳 Vietnam — 2026 Season Guide

Season Overview

Dry & Cool (North)

Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Temperature14–25°C
WeatherCool, dry, occasional drizzle
CrowdsMedium
PricesMedium

Best for Hanoi and Ha Long Bay. Tet (Lunar New Year) in January/February.

Hot & Wet (North)

Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Temperature25–35°C
WeatherHot, humid, monsoon rains
CrowdsLow
PricesLow

Challenging heat and rain in the north; good for central highlands.

Dry Season (South)

Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

Temperature25–35°C
WeatherWarm, sunny, low humidity
CrowdsHigh
PricesHigh

Best for Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc.

Month-by-Month Guide

January
Dry

Tet preparations, cool north

FebruaryPeak
Dry

Tet/Lunar New Year celebrations

MarchPeak
Dry

Spring weather, rising temperatures

AprilPeak
Transitional

Warm across the country

May
Wet

Rainy season begins in the south

June
Wet

Hot in the north, wet in the south

July
Wet

Peak monsoon south; beach season central coast

August
Wet

Wettest month in many regions

September
Wet

Mid-Autumn Festival

October
Transitional

Central coast typhoon risk

NovemberPeak
Dry

Dry season begins in the south

DecemberPeak
Dry

Cool north, warm south — peak season

Festivals During Peak Season

Feb 3
Hoi An Lantern Festival
Apr 10
Hue Festival

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Vietnam in 2026?
The best time to visit Vietnam depends on the region. For the north (Hanoi, Ha Long Bay), October to March is ideal. For the south (Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta), December to April is best. February to April works well for the whole country.
What is the weather like in Vietnam during peak season?
Vietnam stretches 1,650 km north to south, so weather varies greatly. During peak season (December–March), the north is cool (14–25°C), the central region is mild, and the south is warm and sunny (25–35°C).
When is monsoon season in Vietnam?
Vietnam has two monsoon patterns: the south and central highlands get rain from May to November, while the central coast receives rain from September to December. The north has monsoon rains from May to September.