Winter In Vietnam

Vietnam is admired for its stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, rivers, pagodas and vibrant culture. 

The country is particularly popular among tourists for its unique weather in the winter months. 

Winter in Vietnam can be considered the best time to explore this beautiful country due to its cool temperatures, plenty of festivals and outdoor activities. 

Vietnam experiences the winter season from November to February. However, this timing may slightly vary from region to region.

Snowfall may occasionally occur on Sapa's Fansipan Mountain. On the other hand, central and southern Vietnam experience mild winters, with average temperatures hovering around 25°C. 

The average temperature during the winter season in Vietnam ranges from 15 °C to 20°C. Northern Vietnam, including Sapa and Hanoi, witnesses the coldest temperatures, dropping to as low as 10°C. 

The winter months in Vietnam offer a unique experience to tourists, combining cultural richness with exciting experiences.

Winter in Vietnam shows a diverse weather pattern and thus, a traveller must know what to wear during the winter season-tour of Vietnam. Here is a detailed list of the items to use and wear during your Vietnam tour:

If you are visiting northern Vietnam, you must wear the following:

• Long-sleeved T-Shirts

• Windcheaters

• Heavy woollen overcoats

• Woollen pull-overs

• Tights and pants made of thick cotton or windproof fabrics

• Woollen socks

• Woollen hand gloves

• Scarves and mufflers

• Comfortable footwear with cushioned insides

For a tour of central Vietnam, you must carry the listed items:

• Lightweight shirts

• Thin jacket or coat for the nighttime

• Comfortable pants made of breathable fabric

• Comfortable sneakers

• Broad-beamed hats

• A pair of sunglasses

To experience your winter holidays in  southern Vietnam, you must wear the following:

• Short-sleeved shirts and tops

• Lightweight skirts and shorts

• Swimwear for beach outings

• Rain poncho and raincoat

• Hats and sunglasses

Northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Sapa): The northern part of Vietnam experiences pretty cold winters with mist-covered landscapes.
The average winter temperature in Vietnam in its northern region is around 10-15°C. The early mornings may be foggy and snowing may occur in the highlands, such as Mount Fansipan.
Chilly winds coming from China frequently blow in northern Vietnam during the winter months.

Frequent showers  in the form of dust rain are common in this part of Vietnam starting from early February and continuing until the end of March. Even in the winter months, the humidity levels remain high in northern Vietnam, resulting in a long, damp winter.

Central Vietnam (Hue, Da Nang): The weather of central Vietnam features a mix of temperate and tropical weather conditions.Central Vietnam includes places like Hue and Da Nang, presenting cool and pleasant weather. The winter in Vietnam is mild and moderate in this part of Vietnam. However, the weather remains cloudy in central Vietnam during the winter months.

The average winter temperatures range from 18-25°C. The temperatures are the lowest in the month of December, hence, tourists to central Vietnam never experience any harsh weather in the winter months.