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Vietnam Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vietnam in April.

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Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi Da Nang Da Lat

Considering a trip to Vietnam this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Vietnam in April

The weather in Vietnam in April can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Quang Ninh at 25°C (77°F) to very hot in Tây Ninh at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Tây Ninh and 22°C (72°F) in Quang Ninh. On average, April is the warmest month of the year in Vietnam. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Vietnam, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mui Ne with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Lai Châu with 216 mm (8.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Ho Chi Minh City enjoys approximately 241 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Vietnam in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Vietnam.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Vietnam

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Vietnam?

Temperature range in Vietnam (April)

Precipitation variation in Vietnam (April)

Ho Chi Minh City

In April Ho Chi Minh City generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
274 hours
241 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Ho Chi Minh City →

Hanoi

In April Hanoi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
90 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Hanoi →

Da Nang

In April Da Nang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
210 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Da Nang →

Hoi An

In April Hoi An generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
210 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hoi An →

Nha Trang

In April Nha Trang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
256 hours
254 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Nha Trang →

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In our records: Vietnam April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Vietnam in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Vietnam reached 43°C (109°F) in Hà Tĩnh on April 30, 2024.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Vietnam in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ho Chi Minh City 36°C (97°F) 26°C (79°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Hanoi 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Da Nang 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Da Lat 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Duong Dong 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Sa Pa 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)

Vietnam weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vietnam in April?

In April, Vietnam generally has poor weather conditions. Ho Chi Minh City sees daytime temperatures near 36°C (97°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Vietnam in April?

Ho Chi Minh City averages a daytime maximum of 36°C (97°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Vietnam get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Vietnam?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Vietnam with often poor weather in Ho Chi Minh City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly tolerable weather in Ho Chi Minh City. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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