Best Time to Visit Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Viet Nam
Hạ Long is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Hạ Long for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 5 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 16.1°C / 61°F in January to 28.4°C / 83.1°F in July, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in (January) to 508 mm / 20 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Viet Nam's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Hạ Long'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.1°C61°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.1°C62.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 19.3°C66.7°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.2°C70.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.6°C63.7°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hạ Long?
The best time to visit Hạ Long for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.4°C / 83.1°F, and the driest is January with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hạ Long's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Hạ Long?
The rainy season at Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 90 mm / 3.5 in. The wettest single month is July (508 mm / 20 in).
What is the driest month in Hạ Long?
The driest month in Hạ Long is January, averaging about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.1°C / 61°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Hạ Long?
The least comfortable months for travel to Hạ Long — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 508 mm / 20 in in July, and the coldest month averages 16.1°C / 61°F.
Is Hạ Long climate different from Viet Nam overall?
Yes, usually. Our Hạ Long 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 Hạ Long specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.