In order for your vacation to be complete, and you are not faced with an unpleasant surprise in the form of bad weather or cataclysms, it is worthwhile to prepare your trip responsibly and study all the subtleties of the local climate. And our article will help you with this, in which we together will try to figure out when is the best time to go on vacation to Vietnam.
Vietnam is so different
You need to know that this Asian country has a unique geographical location, due to which the entire territory of the state is conditionally divided into three climatic zones.
The southern part has a hot climate. During the year, the air here warms up to at least 26 degrees, so you can spend time here pleasantly and excitingly at any time of the year. Northern regions, especially mountainous ones, boast completely different temperatures, which are often on the other side of the zero mark. In general, you can relax on the sea here almost all year round, because when it is cool at one resort, you can enjoy your vacation at the other.
North of Vietnam
Going to the north of the country, you should remember that the winter in these parts is rather cool, and the summer is too rainy. Another thing is mid-spring and late autumn, which are considered a real holiday season. It is in April-May and October-November in the north that the amount of precipitation reaches its minimum level, and the water in the sea warms up to comfortable for swimming. Therefore, if you have planned a vacation for spring or autumn, feel free to book rooms in hotels located north of the capital.
As for the beaches, Halong is considered the most popular on the northern coast. In the winter months, it is stable about + 17-20 degrees here. January is the coldest month. But this is, if you do not climb the mountains. After all, there the thermometer often drops to a revenge of only +5, and it is possible that snow may fall.
It is not recommended to linger in the north in the second half of May. A long rainy season begins here, which lasts until the first days of October. Just imagine, over 80% of the annual precipitation falls during these four and a half months. At the same time, it is quite hot, + 28-30 degrees.
Resting in the northern part has several other advantages. In particular, it is these areas that are considered more developed; the capital of Hanoi is also located here, which also has something to see for visiting tourists. A lot of attractions, entertainment and exotic excursions await you. And the choice of souvenirs is much more varied here. But a small mountain town called Sapa deserves special attention in spring. It is in the spring months that the mountain slopes are covered with a thick carpet of various vegetation, you can take simply amazing pictures.
Central Vietnam
Nature awarded the central regions with a completely different climate. The rainy season here begins only at the end of August, and the peak occurs at the end of October - beginning of November. During this period, warm, cloudless weather can be observed in other areas. Therefore, the best time to spend a vacation in this part is considered to be spring and summer. The resorts of Nha Trang, Danang, Hoi An are especially popular among travelers.
It is worth knowing that the bulk of the destructive typhoons that we see on TV almost every year occur precisely in the central regions and precisely during the rainy season.
Dry weather will delight all guests of the resorts from February to August. At this time, there is practically no rain, and the air temperature warms up to +35 degrees.
Weather in the south of Vietnam
Well, the southern regions of the country are famous for their stable temperature regime throughout the year. It turns out that the difference between the air temperature in winter and summer months can be only 5-10 degrees. Therefore, the largest number of resorts is concentrated here. You can relax here almost all year round.
But even here it does not do without the rainy season. The first raindrops fall from the sky in early April, and sometimes in May. The wet season lasts until late autumn. Approximately 90% of all annual precipitation falls precisely in the period from late autumn to early October. It is not recommended to rest in the south in July and August, since it is during these months that it rains here, and the sun is practically not shown due to thick clouds. Although, for the sake of fairness, it should be noted that the tropical climate in this part contributes to the fact that precipitation falls mainly at night.
Don't forget about the danger of typhoons. Although there are not as many of them here as in the central part, it is still necessary to take precautions to avoid encountering a destructive natural phenomenon.
It turns out that the best time to visit the southern resorts is the beginning of winter and until April. At this time, it is stable + 26-27 degrees. If someone wants milder weather, then you should think about a vacation in January or February. The hottest weather and sweltering heat in April. The thermometer can fly up to +37 degrees!
Taking into account the information provided, each traveler will be able to choose the optimal time for a vacation. Then you are guaranteed to get an unforgettable experience of the time spent and interesting excursions. We wish all tourists clear weather and new impressions!
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