Vietnam in November has cool, dry and comfortable weather in the north and south, with temperatures from about 10°C (50°F) at night in Sapa to 32°C (90°F) in Ho Chi Minh City, while the central coast has its wettest weeks of the year. That makes November one of the best months for Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and the far north, and a month to keep Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An short.

November also marks the start of Vietnam’s winter high season, which runs to April, yet crowds stay lighter than in the December to February peak. Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday 8 November, so the first half of the month is a busy travel window for families from India. The guide below covers what to expect from the weather and the crowds, the festivals worth timing a trip around, where to go across the north, centre and south, and practical tips for planning ahead.

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Vietnam Weather in November

The temperature in Vietnam in November averages 19–26°C in Hanoi, 22–28°C in Da Nang and 23–32°C in Ho Chi Minh City. The north-east monsoon brings dry air to the north and heavy rain to the central coast, so November splits the country into a dry north, a wet centre and a south moving out of its rainy season.

City	Temp (°C)	Temp (°F)	Rainfall	Rainy days	Sea temp	Verdict	Similar temperature in India
Sapa	10–16°C	50–61°F	110 mm	14 days	–	Cool & misty	Gangtok
Hanoi	19–26°C	66–79°F	60 mm	8 days	–	Dry	Guwahati
Ha Long Bay	19–26°C	66–79°F	35 mm	6 days	26°C	Dry	Dibrugarh
Hue	21–27°C	70–81°F	620 mm	22 days	27°C	Rainy	Nagpur
Da Nang / Hoi An	22–28°C	72–82°F	430 mm	20 days	27°C	Rainy	Kolkata
Nha Trang	24–29°C	75–84°F	330 mm	18 days	27°C	Rainy	Visakhapatnam
Da Lat	14–22°C	57–72°F	85 mm	8 days	–	Mild & mostly dry	Amritsar
Ho Chi Minh City	23–32°C	73–90°F	115 mm	12 days	28°C	Improving	Mumbai
Phu Quoc	25–31°C	77–88°F	170 mm	13 days	28.5°C	Improving	Panaji

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

The weather in Vietnam in November is comfortable almost everywhere, but rainfall is not: Hue records 620 mm while Ha Long Bay records only 35 mm. Northern Vietnam has its driest, clearest spell of the year, while the central coast is at its wettest, and each region calls for a different plan.

The Mountainous Region in Northern Vietnam

Sapa in November, terraced fields after the harvest — *Terraced fields around Sapa after the harvest in November*

The mountainous north, including Sapa, Ha Giang and Mu Cang Chai, is cool and mostly clear in November, which makes it one of the best trekking windows of the year. Sapa averages 10–16°C with about 110 mm of rain over 14 days and fog on many mornings, while terraced fields sit bare after the rice harvest. Most hotels in Sapa do not have central heating, and with nights around 10°C, a room heater or electric blanket is worth requesting at the time of booking.

Northern Vietnam

Hanoi in November on a mild dry day — *Hanoi in mild, dry November weather*

Hanoi and Ha Long Bay have mild, low-humidity weather in November, averaging 19–26°C, which suits city sightseeing and overnight cruises. Ha Long Bay is one of the driest stops in the country this month, with only 35 mm of rain over 6 days and about 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. The typhoon season ends in early November, so cruise departures are more reliable than in autumn.

Central Vietnam

Hoi An in November on a rainy day — *Hoi An Ancient Town on a rainy November day*

October and November are the 2 wettest months on the central coast, with Hue averaging 620 mm of rain and Da Nang 430 mm in November. Rain falls on about 20 days in Da Nang, and the 27°C sea is often rough. Hoi An’s Old Town carries a flooding risk: in November 2025, floodwater entered the Old Town from 16 November, with Bach Dang Street under up to 1.5 m of water, and crews cleared the mud by 21 November.

Nha Trang averages 24–29°C with 330 mm of rain. Da Lat, in the highlands, stays mostly dry at 14–22°C with 85 mm, and its wild sunflowers bloom during the month, which makes it a practical alternative to the coast. Travellers who still want the centre should choose the second half of the month and keep indoor options in the plan.

Southern Vietnam

Southern Vietnam moves out of its rainy season in November, with Ho Chi Minh City averaging 23–32°C and about 115 mm of rain over 12 days. Showers are short and mostly fall in the afternoon, concentrated in the first half of the month. Phu Quoc averages 25–31°C with a 28.5°C sea, although 13 rainy days make it a transition month rather than peak beach season. In the Mekong Delta, Can Tho averages 24–31°C, which suits boat trips and floating markets.

Weather in Hanoi in November

Hanoi in November is mild and dry, averaging 19–26°C (66–79°F) with about 60 mm of rain over 8 days.

Daily range: Nights average about 19°C and afternoons reach about 26°C, which makes November one of the most comfortable months of the year in the capital. That is a few degrees cooler than early autumn, when temperature in Vietnam in October runs at 22–30°C in Hanoi.
Autumn in the city: Milk flower blossoms and daisy season give the Old Quarter its autumn character.
Comparison with Delhi: New Delhi averages 13–28°C in November, so nights are colder and afternoons hotter than in Hanoi, which averages 22.6°C across the month.
Clothing: Long-sleeved tops work during the day, with one light jacket for evenings from mid-month.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Vietnam?

Yes, November is a good time to visit northern and southern Vietnam, but not the central coast.

Advantages of November in Vietnam:

Northern Vietnam has its clearest and driest weather of the year.
The month is quieter than December, before the festive peak begins.
Diwali on 8 November 2026 lines up with the start of the month.

Drawbacks of November in Vietnam:

Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An and Nha Trang are in their wettest weeks.
Hoi An’s Old Town can flood, as it did in November 2025.

December dries out the central coast, where Da Nang drops from 430 mm to 215 mm, but the north turns cooler, with Hanoi at 15–22°C instead of 19–26°C, which makes Vietnam in December travel the better fit for a central-coast stop and November the better fit for the north. Alongside March and April, November is one of the strongest candidates for the best month to visit Vietnam from India when the route covers the north and south and keeps the centre short.

Tourist Flow

Ms Sruthi on a Vietnam tour in November — *Ms Sruthi, our customer, on her November trip*

November marks the start of Vietnam’s winter high season, as cooler, drier weather draws international visitors to the north and south. Popular spots such as Ha Long Bay and Phu Quoc grow busier through the month, though crowds stay lighter than the December to February peak. The week around Diwali on 8 November is the busiest for travel from India, so hotels, cruises and domestic flights for those dates are best booked well ahead.

Where to Go and What to Do in Vietnam in November

November opens up the far north, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, the Central Highlands and the southern islands, while the central coast suits a flexible heritage stop.

You want	Go to	Why in November
Flower season and mountain loops	Ha Giang	Buckwheat fields on the Dong Van karst plateau, clear views along Ma Pi Leng Pass
City walks and street food	Hanoi	19–26°C and dry, with autumn air in the Old Quarter
Overnight cruise	Ha Long Bay	The driest month at 35 mm, 26°C sea, typhoon season over
Cool escape and flower season	Da Lat	14–22°C, about 85 mm of rain, wild sunflowers on the hill roads
Early-season beach days	Phu Quoc	28.5°C sea, 25–31°C, lower prices than the December peak
Heritage with a flexible plan	Hue	620 mm over 22 days, so the Imperial City and royal tombs fit between showers

Ha Giang

Ha Giang, now part of Tuyen Quang Province, is at its most photogenic in November, when pink and white buckwheat flowers bloom across the Dong Van karst plateau. The loop takes 3 to 4 days by car or motorbike, through karst valleys, ethnic minority villages and local markets, and mountain nights are cold enough to need warm layers.

Hanoi

Hanoi in November is at its autumn best, with comfortable walking weather, tree-lined streets and milk flower blossoms across the city. The Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake and the lakeside cafes around West Lake make easy days in dry 19–26°C weather.

Ha Long Bay

Ha Long Bay is one of the most reliable stops in November, with only 35 mm of rain over 6 days and the typhoon season over. An overnight cruise covers the limestone karsts, caves and kayaking routes, and Ninh Binh makes an easy addition on the way back to Hanoi.

Da Lat

Da Lat is the practical alternative to the wet central coast, staying mostly dry at 14–22°C with about 85 mm of rain. Wild sunflowers bloom along the hill roads during the month, and the cool highland air suits flower gardens, coffee farms and lake walks.

Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is in its shoulder month in November, with a 28.5°C sea, rain easing to about 170 mm and sunshine returning through the month. Beach days and island-hopping become steadily more reliable towards the end of November, at lower prices than the December peak.

Hue

Hue is the wettest destination on this list, at about 620 mm over 22 days, so it works as a short heritage stop rather than a long stay. The Imperial City, royal tombs and Thuy Xuan Incense Village fit between showers, and waterproof shoes, a rain jacket and indoor options for the worst days keep a 2-day visit on track.

An 8-day November route that skips the wet centre runs Hanoi, Ninh Binh and Ha Long Bay, then flies south to Phu Quoc. The 8-day Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong and Phu Quoc tour from Vietnamtour.in follows this route as a private tour, with 4-star hotels, a private air-conditioned car, English-speaking guides in each city and Indian, Vietnamese or vegetarian meal options, with Jain meals on request, from ₹79,325 per person for 2 adults, excluding airfare. A shorter break fits a Vietnam package tour 7 days from India built around Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, while a 10 day Vietnam tour package leaves room for Ha Giang or Da Lat.

Events and Festivals

Ok Om Bok festival in the Mekong Delta — *Ngo boat race at the Ok Om Bok festival in southern Vietnam*

Vietnam in November hosts the Ok Om Bok moon festival in the Mekong Delta, the monthly lantern night in Hoi An and the buckwheat flower season in Ha Giang.

Ok Om Bok Festival (Mekong Delta): The Khmer moon-worship festival falls on the 15th day of the 10th lunar month, which is 23 November 2026. Soc Trang and Tra Vinh hold the largest celebrations, with ngo boat races and floating lanterns.
Hoi An Lantern Festival: The Ancient Town switches off its electric lights on 22 November 2026, the 14th day of the lunar month, weather permitting.
Buckwheat Flower Season (Ha Giang): Ha Giang’s buckwheat fields bloom from late October to December, with November the peak. The annual flower festival takes place in late November, and the 2026 dates have not been announced.
Diwali: Diwali 2026 falls on Sunday 8 November, and the days around it are the busiest of the month for travel from India, which is the window Diwali tour packages are built around.

What to Wear in Vietnam in November

A November trip to Vietnam needs light layers for Hanoi and Sapa, rain protection for Hue and Hoi An, and summer clothes for Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc.

Region	Temperature	Clothing	Note
North	19–26°C (Sapa 10–16°C)	Light layers, warm jacket for Sapa	Evenings turn cool from mid-month
Central	21–29°C	Summer clothes, quick-dry fabrics	Compact rain jackets and waterproof shoes are essential
South	23–32°C	Summer clothes	Umbrella for short afternoon showers, sunscreen

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

Tips for Traveling to Vietnam in November

Vietnam weather in November, planning a trip — *Planning a November trip to Vietnam*

Plan the central coast with care: Travel insurance that covers weather disruption is worth having for any central-coast leg, and rescheduling terms are best confirmed before booking.
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 applying for a Vietnam visa for Indian passport holders takes a passport scan, a photo and online payment.
Food: Indian restaurants are easy to find in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An and Phu Quoc, and Vietnamese kitchens offer fresh spring rolls, tofu dishes and vegetable pho. Choice narrows in the mountains: Sapa has one Indian restaurant, Bollywood Spice on Muong Hoa Street, while Indian food is hard to find in Ha Giang.
Cash and budget: Small notes are useful in mountain villages, at markets and with Hoi An’s lantern vendors, where cards are less common. Flights and hotels make up most Vietnam expenses from India, so a November budget is easiest to fix before the Diwali fares rise.
Diwali dates: Hotels and flights around 8 November 2026 fill early, so bookings for that week are best made well ahead.

FAQ about Vietnam in November

How cold is Hanoi in November?

Hanoi is mild rather than cold in November, averaging 19–26°C (66–79°F). Rain is light, at about 60 mm over 8 days. A long-sleeved top during the day and one light jacket for evenings covers most of the month.

Does it rain in Vietnam in November?

Yes, heavily on the central coast. November brings about 620 mm of rain to Hue, 430 mm to Da Nang and 330 mm to Nha Trang. Hanoi receives only about 60 mm and Ha Long Bay 35 mm, while Ho Chi Minh City sits in between at about 115 mm.

Is Phu Quoc good in November?

Phu Quoc is a good-value shoulder month in November, but not yet peak beach season. Rain eases to about 170 mm over 13 days, the sea is calming at 28.5°C, and conditions improve towards the end of the month, before the December peak in prices.

Is Da Nang worth visiting in November?

Da Nang is worth a short stop in November, but not a beach holiday. Rain falls on about 20 days, and the 27°C sea is often rough. Ba Na Hills, the Marble Mountains and the Cham Museum work as short-visit options, while Phu Quoc is the better choice for beach time.

What is the cheapest time to visit Vietnam?

May to September is the cheapest time to visit Vietnam, because it is low season in both the north and the south. November sits at the start of the high season, so it costs more than summer but less than the Christmas and New Year peak.

Which is better, November or December for Vietnam?

December is better for the central coast, while November is better for northern Vietnam. Da Nang drops from 430 mm of rain in November to 215 mm in December, but Hanoi cools from 19–26°C to 15–22°C. November is also quieter than the December holiday peak.

Planning Your Vietnam Trip in November

Planning a November trip means matching the right region to the right experience: the dry north for trekking and Ha Long Bay cruises, the warming south for cities and early beach days, and a flexible plan for the rainy central coast. Timing the centre for the second half of the month, or skipping it, keeps the itinerary on schedule.

A central-coast leg can be disrupted by flooding at short notice, which makes a backup route as important as the main plan. Vietnamtour.in, part of Seni World Travel and a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice winner from 2023 to 2025, builds November itineraries with weather-safe alternatives and teams in both Vietnam and India. Compare the Vietnam land packages for November, or share travel dates in the form below for a private itinerary.