Vietnam

Vietnam Weather in August

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

Are you planning a trip a to Vietnam in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Vietnam in August

August in Vietnam generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Da Lat at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Quảng Ngãi at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Quảng Ngãi and 19°C (66°F) in Da Lat. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Vietnam, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tuy Hoa with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Quang Ninh with 452 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Ho Chi Minh City receives about 172 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Vietnam by month

Best Places to Visit in Vietnam in August

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

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Vietnam?

Temperature range in Vietnam (August)

Precipitation variation in Vietnam (August)

Ho Chi Minh City

In August Ho Chi Minh City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
172 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
268 mm (11 in)
281 mm (11 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Hanoi

In August Hanoi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
173 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
338 mm (13 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Da Nang

In August Da Nang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
217 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Hoi An

In August Hoi An generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
220 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
308 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Nha Trang

In August Nha Trang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
235 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vietnam.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ho Chi Minh City 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 281 mm (11 in)
Hanoi 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 338 mm (13 in)
Da Nang 33°C (91°F) 27°C (81°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Da Lat 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Duong Dong 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 383 mm (15 in)
Sa Pa 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 347 mm (14 in)

Vietnam weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vietnam in August?

Expect poor weather across Vietnam in August. The popular destination of Ho Chi Minh City averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Vietnam in August?

Ho Chi Minh City averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Vietnam get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Ho Chi Minh City records an average of 281 mm (11 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Vietnam.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Vietnam?

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

Generally speaking, January and December provide tolerable weather in Ho Chi Minh City. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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