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Visit in November — score 76/100 · avg high 78°F · 10 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

70°/58°F
12 rain days
10.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

February

72°/60°F
14 rain days
11.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

March

#3
78°/66°F
15 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

85°/71°F · Feels 83°F
14 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

May

89°/76°F · Feels 91°F
19 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

92°/80°F · Feels 96°F
20 rain days
13.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

91°/80°F · Feels 96°F
22 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

89°/79°F · Feels 94°F
25 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

88°/77°F · Feels 91°F
23 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

83°/72°F · Feels 82°F
14 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

#1
78°/66°F
10 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

#2
71°/59°F
8 rain days
10.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January6263°70°58°126010.9hModerateAverage
February6365°72°60°145411.3hModerateAverage
March7071°78°66°157111.9hModerateBelow avg
April6677°85°71°1410512.5hModerateBelow avg
May4282°89°76°1921013.0hModerateBelow avg
June3085°92°80°2026713.3hModerateBelow avg
July3085°91°80°2230713.2hModerateAverage
August3083°89°79°2540512.7hModerateAverage
September3582°88°77°2334212.1hModerateBelow avg
October5877°83°72°1420611.5hHighAverage
November7672°78°66°106011.0hHighAverage
December7164°71°59°83210.7hHighAverage

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
59/100
High
84°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Hanoi (March, April, May) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 71°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

Summer

Score
30/100
High
91°F
Low
79°F
Rain days
22/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Hanoi (June, July, August) brings average highs of 91°F and lows of 79°F, with about 22 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 30/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 30/100.

Fall

Score
56/100
High
83°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
16/mo
Crowds
high

Fall in Hanoi (September, October, November) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 71°F, with about 16 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 56/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 76/100.

Winter

Score
65/100
High
71°F
Low
59°F
Rain days
12/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Hanoi (December, January, February) brings average highs of 71°F and lows of 59°F, with about 12 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 65/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 71/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Hanoi?
The best month to visit Hanoi is November, with an overall travel score of 76/100. Expect average highs of 78°F, about 10 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Hanoi expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Hanoi are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Hanoi in December?
December in Hanoi has average highs of 71°F and lows of 59°F, with approximately 8 rainy days and 10.7 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 71/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Hanoi?
The most affordable time to visit Hanoi is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is July (score: 30/100).

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