Month guide · Ha Long Bay · Vietnam
Ha Long Bay in November
What November is really like in Ha Long Bay: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
November is one of the best months to visit Ha Long Bay. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 11.1 hours of daylight. Dry and pleasantly mild with good visibility; a strong month for cruises and hiking on Cat Ba.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 11.1 hours
- Sea temperature
- 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in November
November is the 8th-warmest month in Ha Long Bay: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 26°C (79°F), and nights fall to about 19°C (66°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 30 days. Compared with October (28°C (82°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 22°C (72°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:02
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:11
- Daylight
- About 11.1 hours
- Sea
- 24°C (75°F)
Autumn (September–November). Storms fade through September, leaving dry, clear and warm weather in October and November, the best time for views.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in July). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Ha Long Bay, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Lan Ha Bay
Lan Ha Bay by kayak and boat
Book the trip in Cat Ba Town the evening before and ask for an itinerary that includes at least two kayaking stops.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Active
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Couples
- Off the beaten path
Park · Cat Ba Island
Cat Ba National Park
The park covers much of Cat Ba Island's forested interior and is home to the endangered Cat Ba langur.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
- Views
Historic site · Cat Ba Town
Cannon Fort
Walk up from the town or take a motorbike taxi to the gate, then save energy for the steep paths inside.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- History
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Hon Gai
Bai Tho Mountain
The limestone hill above Hon Gai is named for a poem carved into its rock by King Le Thanh Tong in the 15th century.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- Free
- History
- Active
The sea averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Ha Long Bay.
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 19°C and 5 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Ha Long Bay?
One of the best months to visit Ha Long Bay. The other best months are April–May and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Ha Long Bay?
It is one of the best months to visit Ha Long Bay. Dry and pleasantly mild with good visibility; a strong month for cruises and hiking on Cat Ba.
+How warm is Ha Long Bay in November?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ha Long Bay in November?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.