| Region | Weather in November | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Hanoi and Ninh Binh | about 18 to 26 °C, dry, clearer skies | one of the best months |
| Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay | calm, clear sky, a little cool | very good |
| Sapa and Ha Giang | cool, buckwheat in bloom in Ha Giang | very good; layer up |
| Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An | rain, floods possible, late typhoons | avoid if possible |
| Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc | rains ending, drier | fair to good |
Hanoi in November
Days are mild and evenings cool: see Hanoi in 3 days, the Old Quarter and where to stay in Hanoi. For a meal, see the street food tour.
Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh
The bay is lovely: compare the day cruise and the overnight cruise. Nights are cool on deck: bring a jacket. See also Ninh Binh in one day.
Sapa and Ha Giang
The Ha Giang loop is in its best period, with buckwheat in bloom; at Sapa the terraces are already harvested and it is cool.
The centre and the south
Hoi An can flood: see Hanoi to Hoi An and Da Nang before booking. The south is drying out: direct flight Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City (Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City).
Before and after
Vietnam in October, then Vietnam in December. Tet falls on 6 February 2027: book early.
FAQ
Is November a good time to visit Vietnam? Yes for the north and increasingly for the south; the centre is rainy.
What is the temperature in Hanoi in November? About 18 to 26 °C according to guides.
Should I book early? Yes: November is high season in the north.
