Visit Sapa in Vietnam
Balancing on the edges of a rice field with endless views. A trek through the valley of Sapa is definitely a must for the bucket list.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Sa Pa.
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.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sa Pa - and find the best time to visit.
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.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
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.
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
November typically offers the most optimal weather in Sa Pa. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Sa Pa has a distinct rainy season from April to September, with warm summers and pleasant winters.
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in June. Nighttime lows range from 10°C (50°F) to 22°C (72°F).
Annual rainfall is around 2363 mm (93 in). July is the wettest month with 359 mm (14 in), while December is the driest with 83 mm (3.3 in).
Sa Pa receives around 1,459 hours of sunshine per year. April is the sunniest month with 170 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 95 hours.
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