Month guide · Hoi An · Vietnam
Hoi An in November
What November is really like in Hoi An: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
November is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 20 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Wettest month with frequent floods and storms; many outdoor activities are disrupted.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 20
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in November
November is the 9th-warmest month in Hoi An: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 20 of its 30 days. Compared with October (29°C (84°F)), November is cooler; by December highs drop to around 25°C (77°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 05:50
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:13
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Rainy season (September–November). Heavy rain, tropical storms and floods, peaking in October and November, when parts of the old town can be under water.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 1 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in March). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Hoi An, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Ancient Town
Museum of Trade Ceramics
Head upstairs to the balcony for a view over the tiled rooftops.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Experience · Ancient Town
Lantern-making workshop
Workshops in and around the old town teach you to stretch silk over a folding bamboo frame and finish your own lantern in about an hour or two, with a lantern-maker guiding each step.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Art
- Rainy day
- Couples
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Landmark · Ancient Town
Japanese Covered Bridge (Chùa Cầu)
See it at dawn, when the street is empty, and again after dark when lanterns light it from the river.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Neighbourhood · Ancient Town
Ancient Town streets and lanterns
Tran Phu, Nguyen Thai Hoc and Bach Dang streets are lined with ochre-walled shophouses that once served as merchants' homes and warehouses.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- After dark
- Couples
- Photo spot
- History
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Hoi An.
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 22°C and 20 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Hoi An?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, February–May are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Hoi An?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Wettest month with frequent floods and storms; many outdoor activities are disrupted.
+How warm is Hoi An in November?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hoi An in November?
Expect rain on about 20 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.