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Weather in Central Vietnam: When is the best time to travel here
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Weather in Central Vietnam: When is the best time to travel here
April 29, 2021
Due to the topographic differentiation, the weather changes in different parts of Central Vietnam. Thus, when is the right time to visit Central Vietnam becomes one of the most commonly asked questions to tourists. Let us help you answer the question with this article.
Despite the differences in weather, there are two main seasons: a dry season and a wet season. This is very different from Nothern Vietnam where there is a cold winter.
Map of Central Vietnam
The dry season takes place from March to August, whilst the wet season takes place from September to February. In the dry season, the weather is very hot and sunny. It peaks between June and August, with the highest temperature reaching more than 40°C. However, in the following months, there are a lot of tropical storms coming with frequent heavy rain. It is not recommended to travel here from October onwards when many tourist attractions are flooded.
The ideal time to visit Hue is from January to February or from August to September. During these times, the weather is cool and bright with a light ray of sunshine. What’s more, during September, you might be able to catch a glimpse of beautiful purple Crepe myrtle blossom or streets full of yellow Phoenix flowers.
Purple Crepe myrtle on Hue’s streets
However, if you wish to have a beach holiday, the recommended time is from April to July. There are various appealing beaches like Lang Co or Thuan An to visit, and you may also catch sea creatures with the locals and enjoy Hue’s amazing cuisine. Don’t forget to join the national Hue Festival to find out more about the cultural aspects of the city.
Lang Co beach in Hue
Hue Festival 2018
If you wish to visit the coastal areas of Thanh Hoa, it is best to go in the summer, from April to August. The hot and sunny weather at this time is extremely suitable for dipping in the water of beaches like Sam Son or Hai Tien. However, keep in mind that from June to August there can be storms sometimes.
Crowded Sam Son Beach in Thanh Hoa
The higher areas of Thanh Hoa share borders with the Northwest so they have some similar weather features. From April to June or from September to November are usually the best time to visit these places as there is not much rain.
The dry season in the South Central Coast area comes earlier. It starts in January and ends in August. The temperature is as high as the North Central, about 40°C at max. This is the place with the most rainfall in Vietnam and often suffer frequent storms due to its coastal location. Despite that, South Central Coast is still one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vietnam.
The good time to visit Da Nang is between April and August. It is summer and the weather is hot and sunny, which is perfect for those who want to admire world-famous beaches like My Khe or Non Nuoc Beach. The other months are in the wet seasons which means a lot of rain and mist, making it inconvenient to go sightseeing or swimming in the ocean.
My Khe Beach - one of the most famous beaches in Vietnam
Remember to drop by other attractions like Son Tra Peninsula, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the well-known Golden Bridge in Ba Na Hills.
Son Tra Peninsula with the view of highest Buddha Statue in Vietnam
The Golden Bridge in Ba Na Hills
Hoi An is a small picturesque town with a lot of traditional values reflected in its architecture and its culture. People often travel to Hoi An between February and April when the weather is pleasant and there is no rain most of the time. The temperature is about 24°C to 30°C. You can also choose May, June, and July, but there will probably be summer drizzle.
Hoi An - a town of traditional values
Don’t forget to include the 14th day of every month on the lunar calendar to experience traditional music and games as well as look at the Hoi An’s unique lanterns on every street corner.
Hoi An’s unique lanterns
Nha Trang is a bustling coastal city with a long seashore covered in white sand. Located further to the South, Nha Trang has more unique weather than the other cities. The temperature here ranges from 26°C to more than 30°C, depending on the season. It is best to visit Nha Trang between March and August. Visiting some beautiful near the city is also favorable at this time. The weather is suitable to make a trip to Cam Ranh Bay, Dai Lanh Beach, take pictures of Nha Trang’s famous ebony rocks, and be amused in Vinpearl Land. However, tropical storms appear between September and January and sometimes cause flooding so most people avoid this time.
Cam Ranh Bay
Ebony Rocks in Nha Trang
This area has recently attracted many tourists for its cool and fresh weather. The average temperature fluctuates around 20°C to 25°C in daylight and drops even lower when the night comes. The wet season in Central Highlands lasts for 5 months, from May to October. It rains a lot so it is, of course, very wet and the roads get very slippery. Many tourists avoid Central Highlands during this time.
Da Lat actually has its unique beauty each season. Mornings in Da Lat are often chilly and misty and the air is much fresher than in the big cities.
For those who want to experience the cold of Da Lat, we suggest going here between October and December which is Da Lat’s dry season and also the coldest time. October and November are especially nice because it is the season of blossom. There are different flowers to admire, take pictures with such as buckwheat flowers, and enjoy the view of the famous hills of pink grass.
Hills of pink grass attracts many tourists
Da Lat is often packed with tourists between May and September. Even though it is the wet season with much rain, people still visit Da Lat to get away with the burning heat since it is summer in other parts of the country. Since it’s the rain season, include the wonderful Pongour Waterfall in your plan as there is more water in the waterfall.
Marvelous view of Ponguar Waterfall
People often go to Buon Ma Thuat in March as there are many activities to take part in. Enjoy the sight and smell of the pure white coffee flower and join cultural events like the famous annual Ban Don Elephant Race Festival. Remember to visit numerous majestic waterfalls and lakes such as Ea Kao Lake and meet with the minor ethnic community there. You can also choose December to see buckwheat blossom, though it is not as remarkable as it is in Ha Giang and Da Lat.
Local people in the annual Ban Don Elephant Race
Picturesque Ea Kao Lake
