Vietnam weather & when to go: April

April Overview

April takes us towards the end of Vietnam’s very peak season from a weather perspective however this can come with the numerous advantages associated with lower visitor-numbers. Whilst the north is now heading towards its hot, wet summer you can still expect plenty of dry days. The beaches in the centre of the country are still at their very best and whilst rainfall starts to become more likely in the now very hot south; clear dry days are more prevalent. April sees significantly more rain than previous months, especially towards the end of the month in the Northern and Southern regions. The coastal area remains ideal for swimming and other water-based activities. The temperature has yet to rise in the North and remains constant in the Central and the South between 25 and 33 Celcius degree.  

Vietnam weather & when to go: April

What to expect if you travel to Vietnam in April

April is the last spring month before it starts getting hot and humid all over the country. Except for the last few days when everyone is preparing to take off for the long holiday, the rest of the month remains calm and most tourist attractions are by and large not as crowded as later months.  April 30th is the grand celebration of reunification- the day that South Vietnam and North Vietnam were replaced by one single country called Vietnam. Similar to other political related celebration, there are speeches and events that are intended to remind the younger generation of a victorious past.

* April 1: April Fool
 (which is not quite observed in Vietnam)

* April 30: Reunification Day

North Vietnam

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa, Ha Giang Ninh Binh, Mai Chau & Cuc Phuong

The temperature in the north continues to rise as the region heads towards the hot, wet summer months. You can expect a few rainy days especially towards the end of the month (avg temp: 24°C). In the far northern mountains the conditions are excellent for walking and exploring the regions of Ha Giang and Sapa.

Central Vietnam

Hoi An, Danang, Hue, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, Dalat & Central Highlands

What’s to say – it is sunshine and blue skies all the way for the centre of Vietnam with the beaches of Hoi An, Danang and Nha Trang at their best (avg temp: 28 °C). Further north Hue is also is also enjoying good weather, likewise to the west in the Central Highlands and in Dalat.

South Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Mekong Delta, Con Dao & Phu Quoc

It’s certainly hot in the south (avg temp: 31°C) and whilst the chances of rain are on the increase clear skies are more likely throughout April ensuring that Phu Quoc, Phan Thiet & Mui Ne remain amongst the best of Vietnam’s beach choices.

April weather top tip

Conditions remain perfect throughout the country, this is Vietnam at its very best.