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Vietnam Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Vietnam this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Vietnam in March

The weather in Vietnam in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Quang Ninh at 22°C (72°F) to very hot in Tây Ninh at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Tây Ninh and 19°C (66°F) in Quang Ninh. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mui Ne with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Sa Pa with 154 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ho Chi Minh City enjoys about 274 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Vietnam in March

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Vietnam?

Temperature range in Vietnam (March)

Precipitation variation in Vietnam (March)

Ho Chi Minh City

In March Ho Chi Minh City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
274 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Hanoi

In March Hanoi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
47 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Da Nang

In March Da Nang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
180 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Hoi An

In March Hoi An generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Nha Trang

In March Nha Trang 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.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
260 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ho Chi Minh City 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Hanoi 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Da Nang 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Da Lat 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Duong Dong 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sa Pa 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)

Vietnam weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vietnam in March?

In March, Vietnam generally has poor weather conditions. Ho Chi Minh City sees daytime temperatures near 35°C (95°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Vietnam in March?

Ho Chi Minh City averages a daytime maximum of 35°C (95°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Vietnam get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Ho Chi Minh City averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Vietnam.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Vietnam?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Ho Chi Minh City, March may not be the ideal time to visit Vietnam.

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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