Sa Pa, VietnamQuick decision
When to visit Sa Pa?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
15°C–22°C in April
🌧 Least rain
59% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
January (45%)
📅 Best score
7.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Terraced Rice PaddiesSeptember–October — golden harvest, spectacular landscapes.
Ethnic TrekkingMarch–May or September–November — H'Mông, Dao and Tày villages.
FansipanOctober–March — roof of Indochina (3,143m), cable car or trek.
PhotographySeptember–October — mists, golden light and green terraces.
Monthly climate data
Sa Pa weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 8°C | 14°C | 45% | 3.9 | 8.5h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 9°C | 16°C | 49% | 3.5 | 9.1h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 12°C | 19°C | 51% | 3.8 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 15°C | 22°C | 59% | 5.8 | 11.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 17°C | 23°C | 78% | 7.2 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 18°C | 23°C | 94% | 9.1 | 8.5h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 18°C | 23°C | 95% | 12.6 | 9.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 18°C | 23°C | 93% | 14.7 | 9.2h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 17°C | 22°C | 86% | 11.0 | 10.0h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 14°C | 19°C | 73% | 7.3 | 9.5h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 12°C | 17°C | 50% | 2.9 | 9.5h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 8°C | 14°C | 41% | 2.4 | 8.6h | 5.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 21°C, 63% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 23°C, 94% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 5.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 19°C, 70% rainy days, 9.7h sunshine/day. Score: 6.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 15°C, 45% rainy days, 8.7h sunshine/day. Score: 5.4/10.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Sa Pa
Check availability during the recommended period
Tip : off-peak months (January, February) are cheapest but weather is significantly worse.
Search on Hotels.comActivities & tours
Activities and tours in Sa Pa
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Sa Pa
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
Monthly weather
Detailed weather by month
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
April is ideal with 59% rainy days and 22°C.
January is the wettest month with 45% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 22°C.
In winter, the average score is 5.4/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
Also explore
Destinations with similar climate
Japan
Bhutan
IndiaWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons