Month guide · Hoi An · Vietnam
Hoi An in September
What September is really like in Hoi An: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Rainy season begins and the risk of tropical storms rises; Cham Islands trips may be suspended.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 5th-warmest month in Hoi An: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 30 days. Compared with August (34°C (93°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 05:35
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 17:48
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°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, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in March). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
- Mid-Autumn Festival — lantern parades and lion dances (September or early October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Ancient Town
Quan Cong Temple
Combine it with the central market across the road and the small Hoi An Museum of History behind.
- Time needed
- 20–30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
Market · Ancient Town
Hoi An Central Market
The riverside market on the eastern edge of the old town sells fish, herbs, fruit and spices in the mornings, while its covered food hall serves cao lầu, mì Quảng and chè at long counters.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
Market · An Hoi islet
Hoi An Night Market
Buy a collapsible lantern here to take home, and bargain politely.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Shopping
- Food
- Kids
Beach · An Bang Beach
An Bang Beach
Hoi An's most popular beach, about 5 km north of town, with fine sand, beach restaurants that rent sunbeds to customers and fresh seafood.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Couples
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Hoi An.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 15 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 September a good time to visit Hoi An?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, February–May are better overall. Compare every month.
Hoi An in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Hoi An?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Rainy season begins and the risk of tropical storms rises; Cham Islands trips may be suspended.
+How warm is Hoi An in September?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hoi An in September?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.