Vietnam in February brings peak dry season to the south, warming and drying days in the centre and cool, damp late-winter weather in the north, with temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) at night in Sapa to 33°C (91°F) in Ho Chi Minh City. Peach blossoms colour the northern hills and yellow apricot blossoms fill the south, and Tet 2027, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, falls on Saturday 6 February 2027, so the first week of the month is Tet week.

North (Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Sapa): cool, grey and drizzly, 16–22°C in Hanoi with little sunshine. Festive during Tet, but pack a light jacket.
Central (Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An): warming and drying, 20–26°C in Da Nang with about 25 mm of rain. Good for heritage and cool-water beaches.
South (Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Phu Quoc): peak dry season, 23–33°C and almost no rain. The best region for February.

In this article, Vietnamtour.in explains Vietnam weather in February by region, Tet 2027 dates and festivals, the best places to visit, what to wear and the booking tips that matter around Tet.

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Vietnam Weather in February

Vietnam temperature in February averages 16–22°C in Hanoi, 20–26°C in Da Nang and 23–33°C in Ho Chi Minh City. The length of the country keeps the north in late winter while the south sits in its tropical dry season, so each region needs a different plan for clothing, sightseeing and beach time.

City	Temp (°C)	Temp (°F)	Rainfall	Rainy days	Sea temp	Verdict	Similar temperature in India
Sapa	8–14°C	46–57°F	80 mm	16 days	–	Cold	Gangtok
Hanoi	16–22°C	61–72°F	20 mm	12 days	–	Cool & damp	Lucknow
Ha Long Bay	15–20°C	59–68°F	25 mm	11 days	21°C	Cool & damp	New Delhi
Hue	18–25°C	64–77°F	65 mm	12 days	23°C	Improving	Jodhpur
Da Nang / Hoi An	20–26°C	68–79°F	25 mm	6 days	24°C	Improving	Kolkata
Nha Trang	22–28°C	72–82°F	15 mm	4 days	26°C	Beach OK	Mumbai
Da Lat	12–24°C	54–75°F	10 mm	2 days	–	Dry	New Delhi
Ho Chi Minh City	23–33°C	73–91°F	5 mm	1 day	25°C	Dry	Chennai
Phu Quoc	24–31°C	75–88°F	30 mm	4 days	28°C	Beach OK	Kochi

Averages are based on the WMO 1991–2020 climate period. The India column compares February average temperatures only, not rainfall.

The highest temperature in Vietnam in February is in Ho Chi Minh City (33°C), and the best beach conditions are in Phu Quoc, with a 28°C sea, and Nha Trang, with a 26°C sea. The north is the dullest region, with Hanoi and Ha Long Bay averaging only about 1.5 hours of sunshine a day.

The Mountainous Regions in Northern Vietnam

Ha Giang in February, peach blossoms on the northern hillsides — *Peach blossoms on Ha Giang hillsides in February*

The northern mountains stay cold in February, with Sapa averaging 8–14°C and about 80 mm of rain, mostly drizzle, over 16 days. Sapa, Ha Giang and Mu Cang Chai come alive with peach and plum blossoms across the hillsides, which makes the month photogenic despite the mist. Warm layers and a room heater are still needed for mountain nights.

Northern Vietnam

Halong Bay in February under a cool, misty sky — *Ha Long Bay in February*

Hanoi and the northern lowlands are cool, grey and damp in February, averaging 16–22°C with light rain or drizzle on about 12 days. Average humidity in Hanoi is 81%, and during nom spells between February and April it rises above 90%, when moisture condenses on floors and walls and laundry takes days to dry, so quick-dry clothing copes better than cotton. Hanoi averages about 1.5 hours of sunshine a day, and the coldest nights usually drop to about 10.5°C.

Ha Long Bay averages 15–20°C, and its 21°C sea is too cool for swimming. Fog settles over the bay in spells and can limit views from cruise decks, although cruises continue to run.

Central Vietnam

Central Vietnam warms up in February, with Da Nang and Hoi An averaging 20–26°C and Hue averaging 18–25°C. Hue remains the wettest stop in the region, with about 65 mm of rain over 12 days, while Da Nang receives about 25 mm over 6 days. The sea off Da Nang averages about 24°C, which allows swimming in cool water, although north-east swells can make some days rough.

Nha Trang stays dry in February, and its 26°C sea allows swimming through the month. Da Lat averages 12–24°C with about 10 mm of rain; its mai anh dao (cherry apricot) blossoms have peaked in December and January in recent seasons, so February brings only the end of the blossom season.

Southern Vietnam

Mekong Delta in February during the southern dry season — *The Mekong Delta in the February dry season*

Southern Vietnam is at the peak of its dry season in February, with Ho Chi Minh City averaging 23–33°C and only about 5 mm of rain on about 1 day. Midday heat makes early mornings and evenings better for walking tours. Phu Quoc averages 24–31°C, with a 28°C sea and about 30 mm of rain over 4 days, inside the island’s peak dry season. In the Mekong Delta, floating markets such as Cai Rang are busiest in the days before Tet, when traders buy stock for the holiday.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Vietnam?

Yes, February is a good time to visit central and southern Vietnam, and a quieter month across the country once Tet week has passed.

Advantages of February in Vietnam:

Southern Vietnam and Phu Quoc are in their peak dry season.
Central Vietnam is moving into its drier months.
Tet brings flower streets, lion dances and spring pagoda festivals, and domestic crowds thin out after Tet week.

Drawbacks of February in Vietnam:

Northern Vietnam stays damp, with little sunshine.
Shops, museums and many local restaurants close most widely during the first 3 days of Tet, from 6 to 8 February 2027, and domestic transport sells out around the holiday.

February sits between 2 quite different months. Vietnam in Jan weather is cooler in the north, at 14–20°C in Hanoi, and falls in the busy weeks before Tet, while March Vietnam weather brings all 3 regions into their dry season with fewer festival crowds. Unlike the central floods of October and November, February is far from the worst time to visit Vietnam for any region, so the route matters more than the month.

Tourist Flow

Travellers from India on a Vietnam tour in February — *Travellers from India on a Vietnam tour with Vietnamtour.in*

Vietnam sees a strong tourist inflow in January and February, driven by Tet and the dry weather in the south. Demand from India is growing fast: in the first 2 months of 2026, Vietnam welcomed about 158,000 visitors from India, an increase of more than 71% year on year. A February route through central and southern Vietnam, timed to start after the main Tet closure days, therefore needs earlier booking than usual.

Events and Festivals

Pilgrims at a spring pagoda festival in Vietnam after Tet — *Pilgrims at a spring pagoda festival in northern Vietnam*

Tet 2027, Vietnam’s Lunar New Year, falls on Saturday 6 February 2027, making the first 10 days of February the most festive and busiest period of the year.

Tet (Lunar New Year): Tet Eve falls on Friday 5 February 2027, and the main cities welcome the new year with midnight fireworks. Hotels operate normally through the holiday, and Indian and international restaurants in central Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi’s Old Quarter often stay open, sometimes with a holiday surcharge. Tet is also the season for visiting famous temples in Vietnam, when pagodas fill with families praying for the year ahead.
Valentine’s Day: Sunday 14 February 2027 coincides with the 9th day of Tet, and beach and heritage routes for couples feature among the honeymoon packages planned around this date.
Pagoda festivals: The Perfume Pagoda (Chua Huong) Festival is expected to open on Thursday 11 February 2027, the 6th day of the first lunar month, and continues until the end of the third lunar month. The Yen Tu Spring Festival is expected to open on Monday 15 February 2027, the 10th day of the first lunar month; Yen Tu became part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2025.
Hoi An Lantern Festival: Hoi An Ancient Town switches off its electric lights for lantern night on Friday 19 February 2027, the 14th day of the lunar month, ahead of the first full moon of the lunar year on 20 February.

Arriving from Tuesday 9 February 2027, the 4th day of Tet, avoids the main closing days. The big cities in Vietnam, such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang and Hoi An, and resort areas such as Phu Quoc keep more services running for travellers who stay through Tet week.

Hang Ma Street in Hanoi decorated for Tet in February — *Hang Ma Street in Hanoi decorated for Tet*

Where to Go in Vietnam in February

Vietnam in February suits 6 kinds of trips: beach holidays in the far south, Tet week in the cities, a beach with a city base, culture and lantern evenings on the central coast, a cool highland escape and Tet traditions in the north.

You want	Go to	Why in February
Beach and honeymoon	Phu Quoc	28°C sea, peak dry season, island-hopping and the Hon Thom cable car
Tet week and city breaks	Ho Chi Minh City	23–33°C, hotels and central restaurants stay open, Nguyen Hue Flower Street
Beach with a city base	Nha Trang	26°C sea, only about 15 mm of rain over 4 days
Culture and lantern evenings	Hoi An, Da Nang	Drying weather, lantern night on 19 February 2027, 24°C sea
Cool-weather escape	Da Lat	12–24°C, about 10 mm of rain, pine forests and flower gardens
Tet traditions	Hanoi	Damp but festive, with flower markets, Hang Ma Street and temple crowds

Mui Ne beach in February in the southern dry season — *A southern Vietnam beach in the February dry season*

Mountain trips in the north remain possible with warm layers, and the peach and plum blossoms around Sapa reward travellers who pack for the cold. Any remaining mai anh dao blossoms in Da Lat belong to the tail end of the season.

An 8-day February route that avoids the damp north spends 3 nights in Da Nang and Hoi An, then flies to Phu Quoc for 4 nights. The 8-day Da Nang and Phu Quoc couple tour from Vietnamtour.in follows this route as a private tour with 4-star hotels and a flower lantern release in Hoi An, from ₹74,100 per person for 2 adults, excluding airfare. Shorter breaks can focus on one region to keep the Vietnam 7 day trip cost down, while the Phu Quoc tour packages pair the island with central or northern Vietnam.

What to Do in Vietnam in February

Ao dai worn on the flower streets during Tet in Vietnam — *Ao dai on the flower streets during Tet*

February is the month to experience Tet. Tet dishes such as banh chung (square sticky rice cakes), nem (spring rolls) and pickled small leeks appear on every family table, calligraphers write New Year wishes on the streets, and flower markets glow in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Renting an ao dai and walking the flower streets is one of the most popular ways to join in, while the pagoda festivals after Tet show the spiritual side of the season.

What to Wear in Vietnam in February

Pack a light jacket and quick-dry clothes for the damp north, and summer clothes for central and southern Vietnam. A single trip across Vietnam in February can span a 25°C temperature range.

Region	Temperature	Clothing	Note
North	16–22°C (Sapa 8–14°C)	Light jacket, warm layers for Sapa	Quick-dry clothes, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes
Central	20–26°C	T-shirts, light long sleeves	Light layer for evenings
South	23–33°C	Summer clothes	Sunscreen, swimwear

Vietnam in February, visitors in light layers at a Tet event — *Visitors in light layers at a Tet event*

Temple and pagoda visits during Tet require covered shoulders and knees in every region.

Tips for Traveling to Vietnam in February

A February trip to Vietnam needs early Tet bookings, a visa application made before the holiday and pre-arranged vegetarian or Jain meals.

Bookings: Hotels, cruises and international flights for Tet week are best booked 2–3 months ahead, between November and December 2026, and domestic flights around Tet need booking at least 6–8 weeks ahead. A realistic Vietnam budget trip from India allows for higher Tet-week rates.
Visa: Vietnam’s e-visa takes 3 working days to process, and weekends and public holidays do not count. The government fee is US$25 (₹2,375) for single entry and US$50 (₹4,750) for multiple entry, and applications submitted before Tet avoid holiday delays. The e-visa for Indian passport holders is applied for online with a passport scan and photo.
Meals: Vegetarian and Jain meals during Tet week are easier to secure when arranged in advance through partner restaurants, and hotel restaurants remain the most reliable option during the main closing days.
Cash: Banks close during the Tet holiday, so currency exchange works best before the celebrations begin.
Tet closures: Many shops, markets and local restaurants close in the first days of Tet, and domestic transport runs at reduced capacity, so routes are easiest when they start from 9 February 2027.

FAQ about Vietnam in February

How cold is Hanoi in February?

Hanoi averages 16–22°C (61–72°F) in February. The coldest nights usually drop to about 10.5°C, and rare cold spells can bring lows of 7–8°C. February is slightly warmer than January, when Hanoi averages 14–20°C, and a light jacket with a warm layer covers most evenings.

Does it rain in Vietnam in February?

Yes, but rain is mostly light in February. Hanoi receives about 20 mm of drizzle over 12 days and Hue about 65 mm, while Ho Chi Minh City receives only about 5 mm, which makes February one of the city’s driest months. Heavy downpours are rare across the country at this time of year.

Which part of Vietnam is best to visit in February?

Southern Vietnam is the best part of Vietnam to visit in February, followed by the central coast. Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta and Phu Quoc are in their peak dry season, and Da Nang, Hoi An and Nha Trang are drying out with comfortable 20–28°C days. The north is festive at Tet but cool and grey.

Is Tet in February 2027?

Yes, Tet 2027 falls on Saturday 6 February 2027. Tet follows the lunar calendar, so the date changes each year, and Tet 2028 falls on Wednesday 26 January 2028, which places the holiday in January instead of February.

Can you swim in Da Nang in February?

Yes, swimming is possible in Da Nang in February, but the sea is cool at about 24°C. Midday offers the warmest conditions, and north-east swells can make some days rough, so local beach flags are worth checking. Nha Trang (26°C) and Phu Quoc (28°C) offer warmer seas in the same month.

Planning a Trip to Vietnam in February

February in Vietnam suits beach and city trips in the south and centre, while the north stays damp and grey, and planning around Tet week matters as much as the weather itself.

Matching each region’s weather with Tet closures and meal needs makes February itineraries harder to plan than other months. Vietnamtour.in, part of Seni World Travel and a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice winner from 2023 to 2025, schedules routes around the Tet calendar and arranges vegetarian and Jain meals in advance. Compare each Vietnam trip package for February, or share travel dates in the form below for a private itinerary.