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Sơn La weather in August (Sơn La province, Vietnam)

Is August a good time to explore Sơn La weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In August, Sơn La typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 30°C. At night, they generally drop to 22°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Sơn La in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 336 mm for the month. On average, there are about 23 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 163 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Sơn La. January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sơn La climate page with graphs.

 

Sơn La, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 77%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 336 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Vietnam in August

Find out more about the weather in Vietnam and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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