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Climate in Vietnam
In general, the climate in Vietnam can be divided into three different zones - North Vietnam, Central Vietnam, and South Vietnam.
The climate in North Vietnam is a humid and subtropical climate, while South Vietnam enjoys a tropical climate all year round, with the central region climate lying somewhere in-between. As you may know, Vietnam is a long, narrow country climate conditions vary considerably, with temperatures ranging. Due to higher altitudes, it's generally coolest in the mountains - sometimes even freezing in the winter. If you come to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the climate can be fairly hot and humid, therefore, you should take a few days to acclimatise.
What are the handy tips?
There's a chance of rain at any time of the year in Vietnam- so don't forget your kag-in-a-bag. On the whole, it tends to rain for an hour or two towards the end of the afternoon, so you really shouldn't let it put you off. Strictly speaking, your best chance of prolonged sunshine in all regions of Vietnam is from December to the end of April.
During the Tet period (Lunar New Year), tourism in Vietnam reaches its peak. Tet usually falls in February, depending on the state of the moon. In 2010, the lunar festivities will last from February 12th to the 14th.
Rainy seasons There are several monsoon periods in Vietnam's climate throughout the year, each specific to its region. Vietnam has a single rainy season during the south monsoon (May-Sep). Rainfall is infrequent and light during the remainder of the year. Rainfall is abundant, with annual rainfall exceeding 1000mm almost everywhere. Annual rainfall is even higher in the hills, especially those facing the sea, in the range of 2000-2500mm. The rainy seasons or monsoons can be generally characterized as heavy afternoon showers, which although may freshen the air and bring the temperature down, will certainly soak you through if you're out in it. Therefore, if you are planning outdoor activities during the rainy season in Vietnam, make sure that the local guides will take the climate into account, and try and adapt your program as best they can to avoid these afternoon showers. If you find yourself amid a tropical downpour, you can simply retreat to your island bungalow or local bar/resturant, and watch mother nature in action with a cocktail in hand, it's quite a spectacle.
Beach weather In the central and southern regions of Vietnam, there are several tropical islands, as well as the quiet mainland beach at Mui Ne. The climate in Vietnam will obviously be of more importance to you during your stay at the beach, so it makes sense to plan your trip with the beach weather in mind. After all, if you end up on a tropical island during Vietnam's monsoon season, you may find that both your book and your spirits get soggy. Here are some handy pointers:
Palm Island is best visited from the end of January to the end of September. You can expect heavy downpours in the months of October, November and December, although there are plenty of sunny intervals.
However, according to private experience of many scuba diving and kayaking tourists, Phu Quoc Island and the mainland beach at Mui Ne have good beach weather in October, November and December. Their suggestion is, if you are planning to stay in these beach resorts, it's best to avoid the months of July and August, when heavy rain is more likely.
In short, no matter when you decide to travel to Vietnam, the climate shouldn't spoil your fun, you should be able to find dazzling sunshine at one of the beach destinations Vietnam has to offer. This also gives you a great degree of flexibility when planning your trip. Weather along the Central Coast
Vinh - nearly in the North The weather in the area around Vinh is a slightly warmer version of Hanoi weather. Consequently, it has the extreme temperature variations of the capital, but with a cooling onshore breeze in the summer.
Rainy Hue Hue is notorious for its wet weather. The rainy season lasts longer than the Vietnamese average, from May to December, and even during the so-called dry season, it rains regularly. In winter, it is significantly colder than other parts of the central area further south.
Fortunately, the top of the Hai Van Pass marks a demarcation line between Hue and the sunnier weather in Danang and further south because it crosses a range of granite mountains that acts as a barrier.
Sunny Danang Once over the peaks of the Hai Van Pass, Danang, Hoi An, and the many fine beaches along the shore enjoy much sunnier weather.
Danang and Hoi An are at the northern limits of Viet Nam tropical zone and boast a pleasant climate all year round. Although dry, onshore winds in autumn can make bathing risky for inexperienced swimmers, they can generate large breakers suitable for experienced surfers to enjoy themselves.
In the autumn, the beaches in the Danang area are generally safer than those further south because they are sheltered by mountains, and thus less exposed to the strong onshore winds.
Hot, dry Nha Trang The best time to visit Nha Trang is between January and October. Diving is pointless from late October to mid - December because the water is badly muddied by sediment run-off caused by heavy rain.
Hot and cool Mui Ne Beach The southern end of the Central Coast is well into the tropical zone, so it is hot throughout the year. Its monsoon season is not as wet as that of the south and central area to the north, which makes it an attractive destination for sun-worshippers.
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