Best Time to Visit Cao Bằng, Cao Bằng, Viet Nam
Cao Bằng is at its sunniest and driest in February–December.
The best time to visit Cao Bằng for sunny, dry weather is February–March and November–December — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.9°C / 57°F in January to 27.6°C / 81.7°F in July, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in (January) to 275 mm / 10.8 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cao Bằng, Cao Bằng, Viet Nam's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Cao Bằng's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 15.8°C60.4°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 19°C66.2°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.6°C60.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cao Bằng?
The best time to visit Cao Bằng for sunny, dry weather is February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 27.6°C / 81.7°F, and the driest is January with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cao Bằng's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Cao Bằng?
The rainy season at Cao Bằng, Cao Bằng runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 91 mm / 3.6 in. The wettest single month is June (275 mm / 10.8 in).
What is the driest month in Cao Bằng?
The driest month in Cao Bằng is January, averaging about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 13.9°C / 57°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Cao Bằng?
The least comfortable months for travel to Cao Bằng — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 275 mm / 10.8 in in June, and the coldest month averages 13.9°C / 57°F.
Is Cao Bằng climate different from Viet Nam overall?
Yes, usually. Our Cao Bằng figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Viet Nam figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Cao Bằng specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.