Weather in Vietnam in April

The month of April is a good time to visit Vietnam, as the weather in April is ideal across the country. Peak winter season should have subsided in the north, and the temperatures in the central and southern regions are moderate enough to enjoy your travels.

Humidity is something you will find all over, but then you are in South East Asia! A trip across the country is definitely a possibility you can look into. You can also catch some interesting festivals in April in Vietnam.

Additionally, internal flights are usually quite affordable, crowds thin out a little and prices are not as high as January and February. Read through our guide on weather in Vietnam in April and get packing!

Weather in Vietnam in April is ideal to travel across the country. You can also witness some interesting festivals in this month.

weather in North Vietnam in April

(Sapa, Ninh Binh, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Cat Ba)

Peak tourist season ends as temperatures rise in north Vietnam in April. This month marks the beginning of the summer season in the north, but it’ll be wise to expect a few showers towards the end of the month.

The landscapes are mostly brown, with no sight of the golden rice terraces, but the absence of slippery paths makes this a good time to trek. Additionally, the locals plow their fields with their buffaloes before planting their saplings at the end of the month, making it an interesting sight to witness.

The increasing humidity and absence of the golden paddies keeps the tourists away, leaving you to explore the uncrowded north in peace, with the added benefit of lower hotel prices.

Cuc Phuong national park, apart from its caves and biodiversity, is also home to millions of beautiful butterflies in April. This entire month is butterfly season, though the best time to spot them is on a day when it has rained for a while.

Agricultural activities come to an halt in winter & spring in the mountains but the low temperatures and dry weather offer perfect hiking conditions.

weather in Central Vietnam in April

(Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Nha Trang)

Central Vietnam is on its best behaviour in the month of April, filled with long, sunny days and no rain. You can either laze back at one of the gorgeous beaches, or go trekking up in the highlands.

Phong Nha, with its impressive network of caves, is also a very possible visit. Hoi An and Nha Trang, both popular beach destinations, also offer up snorkeling. The conditions are ideal for snorkeling, diving, and other beach activities. If you want a better idea of where to go, be it the central highlands, or the pretty beaches, read our guide on best places to visit, or click on Plan Your Trip so we can help you better.

Experiencing long sunny days and no rain, the weather in Central Vietnam is perfect for a holiday in April.

weather in South Vietnam in April

(Phu Quoc, Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City)

Being closest to the equator, the south of Vietnam is much more tropical than the rest of the country. The month of April is hot and humid, and the rains begin to show up towards the end of the month. However, most of the month makes for great beach weather, so you can kick back at Phu Quoc, or Mui Ne.

If getting your hands dirty is more your thing, then head to the Cu Chi tunnels. And, definitely explore the scenic Mekong Delta: the weather in April is such that you can easily cover both locations.

Kick back at the serene beaches in South Vietnam as it makes for great beach weather in the month of April.

Festivals in April

Drop in to Hue to catch the biennial celebration of their cultural past, with the Hue Festival. Art exhibitions, poetry recitals and street performances, all combine at Hue’s Citadel. These form representations of Imperial art shows and traditional plays. The Vietnamese government has postponed the festival to 2021. Interested tourists should definitely attend to take part in celebrating Vietnamese culture and history.

On the 5th of April in 2021, the Vietnamese will celebrate the annual Thanh Minh, or Holiday of the Dead. A festival part of cultural importance given to ancestors, it is also known as the Cold Food Festival. This is because locals have cold food on this day!

A few days before the date of the holiday, families will go to the gravesites of their deceased relatives and clean up the area. On the holiday, they visit the site, offering flowers, food, and incense. It is a good insight into Vietnamese beliefs and their respect for their ancestors. This holiday does not impact travel and costs. 

Vietnamese celebrate the 30th of April every year as Reunification Day, marking the day the government of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) finally collapsed. This brought an end to the war and made way for the reunification of north and south Vietnam. It is a public holiday, and if it falls on a weekend, a public holiday will be observed on the following weekday.

It is the start of a two-day break, since the Vietnamese also observe Labour Day (May 1st). Banks and government offices will close, so tourists with any official work, especially Visa extension, must prepare adequately. Most shops remain open, and tourist areas will get a bit crowded. Due to the extended break, people return to their families. This may mean an increase in crowds aboard transportation.

Enjoy the Hue festival where you can witness cultural events, games & performances.

In short, April sees showers in the northern and southern regions of Vietnam. This leaves central Vietnam high and dry, where snorkeling and swimming are up for grabs on beaches. Festivals and celebrations mark the start and end of the month, good for experiencing Vietnamese culture. Travelling may not be advised for tourists having an aversion to humidity. But for whoever is up for it, the weather in Vietnam in April will not interfere with your trip.