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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Pleiku.
With consistently stable weather, Pleiku, Gia Lai, Vietnam, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), ranging from 32°C (90°F) in March to 28°C (82°F) in December.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2232 mm (88 in) per year. September is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences distinct dry (December to February) and wet (May to October) seasons. The most sunshine falls in March, with an average of 9.1 hours of daily sunshine.
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The climate in Pleiku remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) during cooler months like December.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in March to around 18°C (64°F) during December.
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Pleiku is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2232 mm (88 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 406 mm (16 in) of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 9.1 mm (0.4 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pleiku Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pleiku. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.1 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pleiku.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 86%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Pleiku. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Pleiku has distinct dry (December to February) and wet (May to October) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in December to 32°C (90°F) in March. Nighttime lows range from 18°C (64°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 2232 mm (88 in). September is the wettest month with 406 mm (16 in), while January is the driest with 9.1 mm (0.4 in).
Pleiku receives around 2,386 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 273 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 122 hours. Overall, Pleiku enjoys abundant sunshine.
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