Vietnam (Hanoi) · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 22° (72°)14– (57–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 33° (91°)25– (77–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)38 (100) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)34 (93) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)28 (82) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 15° (59°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h | 3h | 2h | 4h | 5h | 6h | 6h | 5h | 5h | 5h | 4h | 4h |
🌧Rain Days | 5d48mm (1.9") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 5d58mm (2.3") | 8d116mm (4.6") | 14d225mm (8.8") | 15d254mm (10.0") | 17d301mm (11.9") | 19d409mm (16.1") | 15d296mm (11.7") | 9d146mm (5.7") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 4d30mm (1.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in November.
October in Vietnam (Hanoi) is generally manageable, but with 9 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in March, April, and November.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 23°C (73°F) at night (daily average: 26°C (79°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 9 rain days (146 mm (5.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Light clothing is enough — the evenings stay mild too. Good conditions for sightseeing and excursions.
Hanoi in its best season: dry from November, temperatures between 18 and 25°C (64 and 77°F), ideal for exploring the 36 streets of the Old Quarter and taking boat trips in Ha Long Bay. Tet in January/February is the highlight of the year — peach blossom and fireworks at Hoan Kiem Lake.
Packing list for Vietnam (Hanoi) in October
- Light summer clothes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Vietnam (Hanoi)?
- October is not an optimal month for Vietnam (Hanoi) (Score: 80/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider March, April, and November.
- How warm is it in Vietnam (Hanoi) in October?
- In October, Vietnam (Hanoi) sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 23°C (73°F), with a daily average of 26°C (79°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F).
- How much rain falls in Vietnam (Hanoi) in October?
- In October, Vietnam (Hanoi) receives an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Vietnam (Hanoi) get in October?
- Vietnam (Hanoi) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — above the annual average.
