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Sapa weather in September (Lao Cai, Vietnam)

How does the September weather in Sapa compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In September, Sapa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 28°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 21°C.

Precipitation

Sapa in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 101 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures November generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sapa climate page with graphs.

 

Sapa, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 216 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
SunshineSunshine 101 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27%  

Where to go in Vietnam in September

Find out more about the weather in Vietnam and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sapa.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Vietnam? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Vietnam. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.