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Lao Cai Weather in April

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

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Planning a trip to Lao Cai, Vietnam this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lao Cai in April

Lao Cai, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. April in Lao Cai generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Sa Pa.

To explore the conditions in Lao Cai, Vietnam in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bắc Hà with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Sa Pa with 188 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Sa Pa receives about 170 hours of sunlight in April, 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 Lao Cai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lao Cai — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sa Pa)

January19°C (66°F) February21°C (70°F) March24°C (75°F) April27°C (81°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September28°C (82°F) October26°C (79°F) November23°C (73°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lao Cai in April

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

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 Lao Cai

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

Temperature range in Lao Cai (April)

Precipitation variation in Lao Cai (April)

Sa Pa

In April Sa Pa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
170 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Sa Pa →

Bắc Hà

In April Bắc Hà generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
170 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Bắc Hà →

Lao Cai

In April Lao Cai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
170 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
153 mm (6 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
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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 Lao Cai in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sa Pa 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Bắc Hà 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Lao Cai 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 153 mm (6 in)

Lao Cai weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lao Cai, Vietnam in April?

Expect tolerable weather across Lao Cai, Vietnam in April. The popular destination of Sa Pa averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lao Cai, Vietnam in April?

Sa Pa averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Lao Cai, Vietnam get a lot of rain in April?

Rainfall in Lao Cai, Vietnam peaks during April. Sa Pa averages roughly 188 mm (7.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Lao Cai, Vietnam?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Lao Cai, Vietnam with overall tolerable weather in Sa Pa. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, November provides perfect weather in Sa Pa. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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