Month guide · Hanoi · Vietnam
Hanoi in July
What July is really like in Hanoi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 16 rainy days and roughly 13.3 hours of daylight. One of the hottest and wettest months, and storms can disrupt Ha Long Bay cruises.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 16
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in July
July is the 2nd-warmest month in Hanoi: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 16 of its 31 days. Compared with June (33°C (91°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:24
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 18:41
- Daylight
- About 13.3 hours
Summer (May–August). Hot, very humid and wet, with thunderstorms and occasional storms; low prices and fewer tourists.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 2 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in October). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Hanoi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Architecture · Old Quarter
Long Biên Bridge
Walk out to the middle at sunset and watch a train pass; stay on the pedestrian walkway and watch for motorbikes.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Views
- Photo spot
- Off the beaten path
Market · Old Quarter
Đồng Xuân Market
Hanoi's largest covered market occupies a building first opened in 1889 at the northern edge of the Old Quarter.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Food
Street · Hoàn Kiếm Lake
Weekend walking street and night market
Arrive around 7pm for the liveliest atmosphere and keep a close hold on phones in the crowds.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Kids
- Food
- Shopping
Religious site · Hoàn Kiếm Lake
St Joseph's Cathedral
Completed in 1886, Hanoi's neo-Gothic cathedral has twin square towers inspired by Notre-Dame de Paris.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 26°C and 16 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Hanoi?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Hanoi?
It is a month many travellers avoid. One of the hottest and wettest months, and storms can disrupt Ha Long Bay cruises.
+How warm is Hanoi in July?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hanoi in July?
Expect rain on about 16 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.