One of the cheapest and safest destinations in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is an unbelievable year-round destination. Whether you are travelling solo or with friends, this is a place that you will never want to miss.
Streamlining the best time to go to Vietnam is a tricky thing. The nation is 1,025 miles long, and while it might not seem big, it is incredibly diverse, and the weather differs from one place to another. Here’s what you must know about the different seasons and the best time you should visit Vietnam.
Vietnam in Winter
Vietnam can get incredibly hot, so winter is the right time to travel if you want to enjoy temperate weather. Here, the biggest celebration in a year is the Vietnamese New Year. It is one of the best times to visit Vietnam.
The dry season in the northwest begins in October and goes through March. This period is the right time to visit. It does get cold in the mountains though, so bring a warm jacket with you. In Sapa, it is not unusual to see snow in January and December. In Hanoi and the North Vietnam region, the weather is also dry. Here, you will come across temps that range from sixty-two to seventy-one degrees Fahrenheit. Anytime between March and October is right for trekking around and seeing sights.
In the Central part of Vietnam, the monsoon season finishes in December. While the temperature drops down to sixties, you will be able to see the afternoon highs pushing eighties by February. In the southern side, the wet season finishes in the early weeks of November, and you will find similar kind of warm weather there also.
If you are looking for a tropical beach escape, winter is the best time to visit Phu Quoc. Just you need to pack up your bikini, and you are all set to go! The central part of Vietnam is home to the largest cave in the world named Son Doong. You should make sure that you don’t miss it. The weather here is always extreme, so you must pack your warm clothes for your next visit during the winters.
Vietnam in Spring
The weather in March and April is dry and warm in the northern side, which is a great time to visit. In Hanoi and around Ha Long Bay, you will find temperatures in the sixties with high humidity and occasional drizzle. Further south, you will observe steamy weather with a temperature between seventy and ninety degrees.
While you will generally have gorgeous sunny skies, you will still expect some rain. Large numbers of locals wear thing plastic ponchos. That is a good solution. If you wear anything thick, you will feel too much heat, so choose ultra-lightweight materials.
Vietnam in Summer
While the outermost corners of the north can still be chilled. Most of Vietnam is hot the entire summer. If you are looking to travel entire Vietnam, you will find the most comfortable weather from the month of May to June. If this is your first monsoon season, be prepared for some serious rain.