Vietnam weather

Vietnam, which is now attracting more and more visitors, is a tropical country with a typical monsoon climate. Most of the country has one rainy season from May to September when humidity is at its highest and conditions can be sultry and oppressive.

Read our complete guide to the weather in Vietnam.

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The weather guide for Vietnam (Hanoi) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is the best time to go to Vietnam?

The best time to go to Vietnam (Hanoi) is November based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Vietnam weather overview

Outside of the rainy season months, much of Vietnam is virtually dry. Exceptions to this are parts of the central highlands which experience most of their rain between September and January.

The south of Vietnam is warmest and sunniest during the dry winter months. In the north, there is very little sun and cold fronts blowing in from China reduce temperatures.

What to pack for Vietnam weather

Take light clothing, rainwear during the monsoon season and warmer clothing if you are going north or up into the mountains during the winter.

More about Vietnam

Which is the hottest month in Vietnam?

The hottest time of year in Hanoi, Vietnam is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with extreme heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Vietnam?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Hanoi, Vietnam with 297mm on average. There are normally 17 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Vietnam?

The sunniest time of year in Hanoi, Vietnam is normally September with bright sunshine on average for 48% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

What is the flight time to Vietnam from the UK?

The flight time to Vietnam from the UK is typically 15 hours.

What is the time difference between Vietnam and the UK?

The time difference between Vietnam and the UK is GMT+7 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Vietnam?

The main language spoken in Vietnam is Vietnamese.

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What is the currency in Vietnam?

The currency in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong (VND).

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Which plugs are used in Vietnam?

Vietnam uses electrical plug type A + B + C (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Vietnam?

They drive on the right side of the road in Vietnam.

Do you need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Vietnam.

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Compare Vietnam weather with the USA

Below the Vietnam weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Vietnam (Hanoi) and the USA (Washington).

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