Sa Pa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Sa Pa or Sapa has a special climate. It has all the characteristics of a tropical savannah climate. There are rainy seasons and dry periods. The temperature is very high in summer months. However, due to the altitude and the influence of the surrounding mountains, the temperature is considerably lower in winter. Average temperatures can even drop to freezing.
Monthly Temperature in Sa Pa
The climate in Sa Pa experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in June to a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in June to 10°C (50°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sa Pa
Sa Pa experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2363 mm (93 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Sa Pa bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 359 mm (14 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 83 mm (3.3 in) over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Sa Pa Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Sa Pa
In Sa Pa, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.7 hours in April. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Sa Pa by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 93%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 82%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Sa Pa 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Sa Pa
The best time to visit Sa Pa is during January, February, October, November and December, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 19°C (65°F) and 26°C (78°F). With rainfall of 83 mm (3.3 in) to 133 mm (5.2 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during April, May, June, July, August and September, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
