Climate in Vietnam

Vietnam has a surprisingly varied climate. In the north winter is from November to April and is characterised by cool damp weather. Summers run from May to October and are hot with periods of heavy rain. South Vietnam has a more tropical climate with a dry hot season from December to April and a wet season from May to November. From March through to May humidity it at its highest. Central areas can experience heavy rain from December to February especially in costal areas.
 
Climatic Table - Hanoi & the North
Average Daytime Temperature (oC)
JanFebMar AprMayJun JulAugSep OctNovDec
151619 232830 302927 252217
Average Rainfall (cm)
JanFebMar AprMayJun JulAugSep OctNovDec
123 92022 313225 1042
Climatic Table - Ho Chi Minh City & the South
Average Daytime Temperature (oC)
JanFebMar AprMayJun JulAugSep OctNovDec
252628 293028 282727 272626
Average Rainfall (cm)
JanFebMar AprMayJun JulAugSep OctNovDec
101 42030 292833 27114

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