October weather forecast
Vietnam

October brings about a significant shift in weather across Vietnam. The North enjoys the pleasant conditions of autumn, Central Vietnam sees a tapering off of its rainy season, and the South continues its transition out of the monsoon season.

In Northern Vietnam, including cities such as Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, October is firmly within the autumn season. Temperatures continue to decrease, with averages falling between 22°C (71.6°F) to 30°C (86°F), providing a comfortable climate. Rainfall also decreases further compared to September, though occasional light showers can still occur.

For Central Vietnam, which includes cities like Hue and Da Nang, October signals the end of the rainy season. While temperatures maintain a range from 23°C (73.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), rainfall begins to subside, resulting in fewer showers as the month progresses.

In contrast, Southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, sees a continued reduction in rainfall, as the region moves further away from the peak monsoon season. The high temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). While rainfall decreases significantly compared to September, occasional heavy showers can still be expected, particularly in early October.

Moving from September to October, Northern Vietnam continues to enjoy the cooler and less rainy conditions of autumn. Central Vietnam experiences a significant reduction in rainfall as it leaves the typhoon season behind, while Southern Vietnam witnesses a steady decrease in monsoon rains.

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• Hanoi - October »
  In Hanoi, in October, during 14 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hanoi during October, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
• Ho Chi Minh City - October »
  On the first day of October in Ho Chi Minh City sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:43. With the onset of October in Ho Chi Minh City the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), subtly different from September's 30.8°C (87.4°F).
• Da Nang - October »
  The month of October in Da Nang is marked by an average minimum temperature of 23°C (73.4°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart. In Da Nang, in October, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 235mm (9.25") of accumulated precipitation.
• Hai Phong - October »
  The combination of mild temperatures and reduced rainfall makes October an appealing month for traveling and outdoor expeditions in Hai Phong. In Hai Phong, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 195mm (7.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Can Tho - October »
  In October, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F). The month with the most rainfall in Can Tho is October, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.
• Huế - October »
  In Huế during October, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation. In Huế, Vietnam, in October, the average water temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F).
• Vinh - October »
  October marks continued cooling trends for Vinh, with the average temperature and humidity dropping to more manageable levels. In Vinh, during October, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation.
• Phan Thiet - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Phan Thiet is October, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 253mm (9.96") of precipitation. October and November, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Phan Thiet, Vietnam.
• Vũng Tàu - October »
  The month with the most rainfall in Vũng Tàu is October, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation. The months with the least sunshine in Vũng Tàu are June, July, October through December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.
• Thai Nguyen - October »
  In Thai Nguyen during October, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Thai Nguyen, Vietnam, during October, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.