Though as the best beaches stretch from central to southern vietnam, theres always a good beach break to be had no matter what season you are travelling in. Am with a dry season and a heavy monsoon the rest of year, no cold season according to the holdridge life zones system of bioclimatic classification quang tri is situated in or near the tropical moist forest biome. Rainy season in danang vietnam lonely planet forum. Da nang weather da nang, vietnam forecast tripadvisor. Rainy season is from september november with the peaks of the rainy season beginning in october according to some sources.
Da nang weather travel and local information guide vietnam. While the rainy season is often an okay time to visit other areas of vietnam, danang is not a good monsoonseason destination. Below is a table outlining the very general high season in vietnam. Da nang on the easter coast of central vietnam is classified as having a tropical monsoon climate meaning that there are two distinct seasons, the dry season and wet season. The dry season in da nang occurs from january to september, and these months are hot and humid. Much like the rest of its southeast asian neighbours, the coastline of central vietnam has two general seasons wet season and dry season. The dry season lasts from the end of march until august with the remainder of. Climate vietnam average weather, temperature, rainfall, when to go, what to pack in vietnam, the climate is subtropical in the north and tropical in the center and south, and its influenced by the monsoons.
The southern summer monsoon brings rain to the two deltas and westfacing slopes. Da nang has a tropical monsoon climate, with mild temperatures almost throughout the year. Though theres some rain in january, by the time march rolls around, precipitation is one fourth of september. The actual timing of monsoon seasons varies from country to country and there are many regional monsoons throughout the world, including the united states. This small sshaped country can bewitch you, body and soul in vietnam wet season, with eye. In the southern part of the country look at the picture above, the wet season starts in april all the way up to september sometimes even october, while junejulyaugust are the most rainheavy months of the year. Strong winds and dangerous tropical storms have been known to hit the coastline in september and october. Even during the monsoon season we ran night patrols when we could. Undoubtedly, the climate in vietnam varies considerably from season to season and also from region to region. As it was the monsoon season while we were in southeast asia, we. What is the best time of year to go to pleiku in vietnam. It could be the wet season in danang it is in nha trang, but usually the wet season has late afternoon rain and is fine for most of the day and evening. However, there is no bad time in the year to visit this tropical country. In other words, the rainy season in hanoi is during the summer.
Danang weather best time to visit danang visit vietnam. Quang tri climate quang tri temperatures quang tri weather. If you are going on a long trip across the whole country of vietnam, from november or february would be suitable since the weather is warm with little heavy rain and the sun is not burning, the northside can be much cooler but still not freezing. In this travel guide, well show you in detail what to notice of weather in vietnam, the best time to visit vietnam, when and best places to visit vietnam month to month in. January 12, 2018 january 12, 2018 a wandering casiedilla. For instance, with less crowds and foot traffic, the tourist sights and attractions are more open to explore.
One is relatively dry novemberapril and the other one is rainy. Rainfall usually comes in short bursts, so carry an umbrella with you during this time of the year. Vietnam is split up into three different regions, each with their own climate and optimal time of the year to visit. Note, however, that the basic color of vietnam is reddishbrown, not green. And since south vietnam sits squarely in the tropical climate zone it rained a lot. The rainy season, also known as the monsoon season, with an average rainfall of about 1800mm annually about 150 rainy days per year, usually starts in may and ends in late november. In the middle regions hue, danang, hoi an, etc, its from. Choosing an appropriate time to visit da nang is a crucial step to plan a great trip to this city when is the best time to visit da nang vietnam this article includes da nang weather, high and low seasons in da nang, the best months to visit da nang, and things to do in danang. That being said, each region has slight variations in its weather, so keep reading below for more detailed information. In general, vietnam is a tropical nation affected by the monsoon. Monsoon season is the name for a period of time in which monsoon storms take place. The weather in vietnam is defined by the monsoon season. Average temperatures can go as low as 18c and as high as 31c.
Da nang is a beautiful coastal city with historical landmarks and breathtaking scenery. Southern part of vietnam lies in the zone of tropical monsoon climate where seasons are differs only by amount of precipitation and directions of winds. Due to the constant drizzling, everything we had was soaked beyond beliefsoaked to the point your skin begins to wrinkle. Average monthly rainy days in da nang da nang municipality. The rainy season runs from october to early december with almost half the annual rainfall falling in october and november. But, exploring vietnam in the rainy monsoon season isnt ready that bad. From a cultural standpoint, the dry season is nothing compared to the rainy months. Temperatures and humidity levels in march and april can be suffocating before monsoon rains begin to cool things off in the summer months. There are lesser monsoons from january to march as well, and while april might be the rainy season in many parts of the united states, this is the driest month in da nang.
The heaviest raining time varied depending on the regions. The best time to visit vietnam and where to go by season. The hottest months of the year fall between june and august. What is the best time of year to go to da nang in vietnam. Da nangs monsoon season falls between the months of september and march. If there is any country worth visited during a wet season or monsoon season, which is not a favorable time of world travelers, then that list should include vietnam. It can get very cold and frosty in december and january, especially at night. You should not travel to da nang at this time because it rains heavily and continuously.
After hue, we headed south for the warmer climes of danang. During the southwestern monsoon, which runs from may through october, it rained almost every day. Vietnam is greatly influenced of the northeast monsoon, therefore, the average temperature is lower than average temperatures in many other countries in asia at the same latitude. Da nang weather travel and local information guide. Ho chi minh city has two distinctive seasons, which is rainy and dry rainy season. The wettest months are between september and december, which is the peak monsoon season in central vietnam. The best time to visit vietnams beaches depends on which area you want to go to. The highest average temperature is around 33 to 35 degrees celsius 91 to 95 degrees fahrenheit and the lowest is around 26 degrees celsius 79 degrees fahrenheit. Vietnam is blessed with cultural and natural attractions throughout the three regions which means each region and destination has its distinct ideal time for visiting. I moved to the coastal city of da nang, vietnam for the endless summer. Why you should travel to vietnam during rainy season. Rainy season in da nang starts from september to november yearly.
An overview of the weather for vietnam, including a map showing where the best. The transition between the two regions influences the climate in da nang. Da nang experiences the monsoon climate, and thus has two distinctive periods. The red laterite soil permeated everything where i was stationed. Da nang s monsoon season falls between the months of september and march. The best time to go to vietnam is around marchapril and octnov, right after or before the monsoon season if you schedule wisely, you can go there right at their new year holiday tet in early march. During the monsoon season, which often starts from june to november, the precipitation is exceptionally high. Da nang can be said to be the only few places in vietnam with predictable weather. Temperature is highest from may to september, hovering around 24 celcius degree. Here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data. A good friend of ours owns a condo in a luxury resort, just south of danang, where we were able to soak up some serious r and r for the week at no charge, which was a blessing for our budget. At the same time, the cold winter monsoon picks up moisture over the gulf of tonkin and dumps it along the central coast and. Many of the aerial shots i took are somewhat blurry due to speed and vibration. Monsoon seasons in vietnam saigonist expat living in.
The best time to visit vietnam is green, the low season is highlighted in yellow. Climate and average monthly weather in pleiku gia lai. I understand that north vietnam will be in the monsoon season but central and south vietnam danang, hoi an, hcmc, nha trang will be ok. Theres no doubt that vietnam has breathtaking sights to see, whether it be in the countryside, on the beach, or in the heart of a bustling city. This month should be avoided if you are not a big fan of rain. What can i expect with the weather at this time of year. Territory of vietnam is stretched and has great variety of relief. The climate in sapa and vietnams northwest region including mu cang chai is divided into two seasons. Danangs only real seasons are monsoon and winter, with brief moderate periods in between. Your chart shows it will be a lot of rain in the middle around da nang by the time i get up there. Vietnam is not the most obvious surfing destination in the world, but the swell near danang is actually excellent especially during the monsoon season. Broadly speaking, the weather in vietnam is dictated by two seasons the southwest monsoon from april to september and the northeast monsoon from october to late march or early april. Climate and average monthly weather in da nang da nang. I came for the stunning tropical beaches, the laidback beach lifestyle, the lively beach bars and the gorgeous islands that are only a boat ride away.
It isnt a season like winter or summer, its a season like deer season or tornado season. Vietnam is wellknown for its monsoon season, which can deter many travellers from visiting this naturally beautiful country. For firsttime visitors to vietnam, worry no longer. Although vietnam still receives a little rain during the dry season, the driest months for visiting the south of vietnam saigon are typically between december and april. Thankfully there are plenty of rainyday activities in the area, with everything from attractive cafes to secondhand bookstores to explore. Rainy season in the central vietnam in terms of central region, especially the south central region da nang, nha trang and the central highlands for example, dalat the rainy season begins in september or october. Da nang weather has a history of floods caused by typhoons, but they are rare occurrences. These features formed climatic diversity within borders of the country. The monsoon season in vietnam affects your travel plan a lot. From october to december and often longer, da nang and hoi an are hit by the winter monsoon, ensuring wet conditions for much of the time. Most rainy days are in september, october, november and december. Even during the monsoon season, it could rain at night and by noon the next day there was red dust in the air around our base. I will be in this region until 16th september before travelling through thailand. People often equate monsoons with rain, but that is only partly the case.
At the far south of central vietnam, nha trang benefits from a longer dry season typically january to september, with high temperatures and little rain. From hoi an to da nang to hue, the area is rich with art, culture and history and of course the diversity of landscape is beyond words. The rainy season in the southern vietnam starts from the september to december and then it is the dry season from the january to august. In saigon and the mekong delta the dry season is from about november to february around tet after which the weather transitions into rainy season around june. This is the time when the rainfall level is not very high, making it comfortable for the visitors to enjoy their vacation. July 5, 2016 50 comments it arrives in vietnam with a vengeance. Generally, vietnam rainy season starts from early august to the end of february. In the north including hanoi vietnam capital, november to march is the heaviest raining time. Weather and the best time to visit vietnam travelfish.
The centre of the surf scene is tams pub in danang, which is a good spot to rent a board. Night ambushes accounted for nearly a third of all american engagements in vietnam. But in hanoi and north vietnam, the rainy season is the period of time from the may to august. Some useful tips while hiking in sapa an overview of the typhoon season in vietnam. The rainy season starts from september to november, and the dry season starts from december to august next year. As mentioned above, the monsoon season is when youll get to really experience this wonderful country and understand what its all about. Unlike hue, the proximity of da nang to pacific ocean keeps it cooler than it should be. The bulk of that rain falls at the height of the southwest monsoon in june, july, and august. From hoi an to da nang to hue, the area is rich with art, culture and.
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