Best Time to Visit Thanh Hóa, Thanh Hóa, Viet Nam
Thanh Hóa is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Thanh Hóa for sunny, dry weather is December–March — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 17.4°C / 63.3°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in June, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in (January) to 381 mm / 15 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Thanh Hóa, Thanh Hóa, Viet Nam's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Thanh Hóa'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 | 17.4°C63.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.3°C64.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20.4°C68.7°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19°C66.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Thanh Hóa?
The best time to visit Thanh Hóa for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 29.4°C / 84.9°F, and the driest is January with about 26 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Thanh Hóa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Thanh Hóa?
The rainy season at Thanh Hóa, Thanh Hóa runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 160 mm / 6.3 in. The wettest single month is September (381 mm / 15 in).
What is the driest month in Thanh Hóa?
The driest month in Thanh Hóa is January, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Thanh Hóa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Thanh Hóa — 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 381 mm / 15 in in September, and the coldest month averages 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
Is Thanh Hóa climate different from Viet Nam overall?
Yes, usually. Our Thanh Hóa 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 Thanh Hóa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.