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Best time to visit Da Nang

Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.

Best time to visit Da Nang, Vietnam

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.

Month	Weather	Crowds	Prices	Highlights
January	20-26°C, dry and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Pleasant weather for exploring • Tet holiday preparations begin ⚠ Tet (Lunar New Year) can cause closures and transport issues if it falls in late Jan.
February	21-27°C, dry and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Ideal beach weather • Low humidity • Start of the dry season ⚠ Tet holiday often falls in February, leading to potential travel disruptions and price hikes if not booked in advance.
March	23-29°C, sunny with occasional light showers	moderate	moderate	• Perfect beach conditions • Comfortable temperatures for sightseeing • Low rainfall
April	25-31°C, mostly sunny	moderate	moderate	• Warmest pleasant temperatures • Excellent for outdoor activities • End of the peak dry season
May	26-32°C, sunny with increasing humidity	high	high	• Hot beach days • Start of summer vacation season for domestic tourists ⚠ Crowds and prices increase significantly due to domestic holidays and the start of summer.
June	27-33°C, hot and humid with afternoon thunderstorms	high	high	• Good for beach activities before the heaviest rains • Vibrant nightlife ⚠ High humidity and risk of heavy, short-lived rain showers.
July	27-33°C, hot and humid, frequent heavy rain	high	high	• Lush green landscapes • Fewer international tourists ⚠ Peak of the wet season, expect frequent downpours that can disrupt outdoor plans.
August	26-32°C, very humid, heavy rain common	moderate	moderate	• Fewer crowds than July • Lower prices possible ⚠ Still very much in the wet season with high humidity and significant rainfall.
September	25-30°C, humid with rain	moderate	moderate	• Transition month, potential for clearer skies ⚠ Typhoon season risk is highest in September and October, leading to potential heavy storms and travel disruptions.
October	24-29°C, rainy, can be cooler	low	low	• Off-season prices • Fewer tourists ⚠ High risk of typhoons and heavy rainfall continues. Some beach activities may be limited.
November	22-28°C, decreasing rain, mostly sunny	low	low	• Transition to dry season • Pleasant temperatures • Good value for money ⚠ Rainfall significantly decreases, making it a good shoulder season.
December	21-27°C, dry and sunny	moderate	moderate	• Start of the dry season • Ideal for beach and outdoor activities • Festive atmosphere ⚠ Christmas and New Year's can see a slight uptick in prices and crowds.

Annual events worth timing your trip around

January/February

Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year)

Vietnam's most important festival, with vibrant celebrations, family gatherings, and special foods.

July (approx. 15th day of 4th lunar month)

Cau Ngu Festival (Whale God Festival)

A traditional festival held by coastal communities to pray for good catches and safety at sea.

September/October (15th day of 8th lunar month)

Mid-Autumn Festival

Celebrated with lanterns, mooncakes, and lion dances, particularly popular with children.

June/July (specific dates vary)

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival

A spectacular display of fireworks from competing international teams over the Han River.

Insider timing tips

•Da Nang's weather is strongly influenced by two distinct seasons: a dry season (roughly Nov-Apr) and a wet season (May-Oct).
•The shoulder months of November and February offer a sweet spot with good weather and fewer crowds than the peak dry season.
•While the wet season (May-Oct) brings rain, showers are often short and intense, especially in the afternoons, allowing for morning activities.
•Domestic tourism peaks during Vietnamese public holidays and summer vacation (May-August), driving up prices and crowds.