Climate and Average Weather in Vietnam
Vietnam is located in both a tropical and a temperate climate zone and the weather differs greatly between the north and south. Though both regions experience a monsoon period which has a strong influence on the weather. In general you will find a considerable amount of sunny days and a high rate of rainfall and humidity throughout Vietnam.
From November to April, the north is cool and dry, while May to October is rainy season. In the south, the southwest monsoon causes large amounts of rainfall from May to November, locally reaching four hundred millimeters (15.7 inch) on average in some months (long-term averages). During extended periods of heavy showers, the Mekong can overflow its banks and cause flooding.
The temperature in Hanoi can range from 19.6 degrees Celsius (67° Fahrenheit) in January, to 33 degrees Celsius (91.5° Fahrenheit) in Julu.
What is the best time to visit Vietnam?
Most people who visit Vietnam want to visit both the north, south and central part. If you would like to visit the whole country we suggest you go the second half of January and the month of February. The end of February, it is already getting seriously hot in the south.
Interested in more detailed Weather and Climate information?
Please select the city below you wish to travel to, or the one closest to your destination. Each selected city will show you the following graphs:
1. Average minimum and maximum temperatures over the year
2. Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow etc)
3. Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year
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