Best time to visit · Hoi An · Vietnam
The best time to visit Hoi An
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
The best time to visit Hoi An is February to May, when it is dry and warm and the sea is calm enough for An Bang Beach and the Cham Islands. June to August is hot but sunny. Avoid October and November, when heavy rain and typhoons regularly flood the old town.
Key facts
- Best months
- February–May
- Shoulder season
- January and June–August
- Warmest month
- June (avg high 34°C (93°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 25°C (77°F))
- Rainiest month
- November (~20 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- October–November
Seasons
Hoi An shares central Vietnam's climate: dry and hot from about February to August, then a rainy season from September to December when typhoons and floods can submerge parts of the old town, especially in October and November. Winters are mild and damp.
February–May
Dry season
Warm, sunny days, calm seas and comfortable temperatures for walking and cycling; the main season for visitors.
June–August
Hot season
Temperatures in the mid-30s and warm sea; busy with domestic holidaymakers in the evenings.
September–November
Rainy season
Heavy rain, tropical storms and floods, peaking in October and November, when parts of the old town can be under water.
December–January
Cool season
Mild, damp and often grey, with rough seas but quiet streets and lower prices.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 20°C | 12 | 24°C | 11.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| February | 26°C | 21°C | 6 | 24°C | 11.6 h | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| March | 28°C | 22°C | 4 | 25°C | 12 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| April | 31°C | 24°C | 4 | 27°C | 12.5 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| May | 33°C | 25°C | 7 | 29°C | 12.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 34°C | 26°C | 7 | 30°C | 13.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| July | 34°C | 25°C | 8 | 30°C | 13 h | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| August | 34°C | 25°C | 10 | 30°C | 12.7 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| September | 32°C | 24°C | 15 | 29°C | 12.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| October | 29°C | 23°C | 19 | 28°C | 11.7 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| November | 27°C | 22°C | 20 | 27°C | 11.4 h | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| December | 25°C | 20°C | 18 | 25°C | 11.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| January | Tết (Lunar New Year) — the old town is decorated with flowers and lanterns, and some shops close for several days (late January or February) |
| February | Tết (Lunar New Year) in some years; Full-moon lantern night (monthly, around the 14th day of the lunar month) |
| March | Full-moon lantern night (monthly) |
| September | Mid-Autumn Festival — lantern parades and lion dances (September or early October) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in October–November, and the sights are quietest in October–November. Many visitors avoid October–November.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Dry season | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Hot season | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Rainy season | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Cool season | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Hoi An?
The best time to visit Hoi An is February to May, when it is dry and warm and the sea is calm enough for An Bang Beach and the Cham Islands. June to August is hot but sunny. Avoid October and November, when heavy rain and typhoons regularly flood the old town.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Hoi An?
Usually in October–November. Heavy rain and flooding are common; riverside streets in the old town can be under water for days.
+What is the rainiest month in Hoi An?
November, with about 20 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Hoi An get?
The warmest month, June, averages highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F).