Best Time to Visit Da Nang

Short answer: the best time to visit Da Nang is February to May. The weather is dry, not too hot, and the sea is calm. June to August is also dry and good for the beach, but it is very hot. September to December is the rainy season.

February to May: the best months

Little rain and comfortable temperatures, around 20 to 25°C in February and March and closer to 30°C by May. Good for walking in Hoi An, going up Ba Na Hills or the Marble Mountains, and for the beach from April.

June to August: hot and dry

Lots of sun and often 35°C or more in the middle of the day. The beach is at its best and this is the busy season for Vietnamese families on holiday. Plan sightseeing for the early morning or late afternoon.

September to December: the rainy season

This is when most of the year's rain falls, with the heaviest rain and the typhoons usually in October and November. Some days are fine, but heavy rain can cause flooding, especially in Hoi An old town, and boat trips or Ba Na Hills may close for a day. September and December are usually easier than October and November. Hotels are cheaper and there are fewer tourists.

January

Cooler, around 18 to 24°C, with some light rain left over at the start of the month. Usually fine for sightseeing. Note that Tet (Lunar New Year) falls in late January or February, and many places are busy or closed for a few days.

Coming on a cruise ship?

Ships stop at Tien Sa port in Da Nang or at Chan May port, about 1.5 hours away. If your ship calls in the rainy months, bring a light rain jacket and shoes that can get wet. We can help you choose between Hoi An, Hue and Da Nang city: Hue or Hoi An from Chan May port: how to choose.

The weather is a little different every year, so check the forecast a few days before you travel.