The month in detail
What to expect in October
October falls in the wet season in Hoi An. Showers are often brief but intense. With 58% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Hoi An. Compared to September: −3°C daytime, 10 pts more rainy days, −1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Hoi An is February (8.0/10), 3.1 pts higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Vietnam
🗣️LanguageVietnamese
💶CurrencyVietnamese Dong (₫)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 34°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 24°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 58%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Hoi An ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
VietnamTropical climate with a 8.0 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
15.88°N · 108.33°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hoi An?
February is the best month with 25.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 6.0h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of February & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hoi An get in February?
Hoi An averages 6.0 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hoi An?
December is the most unfavourable month with December has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hoi An in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 25.0°C.
Is Hoi An good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hoi An scores 6.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Hoi An?
December is the most difficult month to visit Hoi An, with December has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hoi An in October?
In October, the sea averages 29°C in Hoi An: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Hoi An in October?
The average UV index reaches 7 in October in Hoi An (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.