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Phu Quoc, Vietnam · Tropical

Phu Quoc in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Phu Quoc in September: 4.5/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 10.23°N · 103.97°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Phu Quoc · September
4.5
24–28°
Temperature
74%
Rain
5h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
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The month in detail

What to expect in September

September falls in the wet season in Phu Quoc. Showers are often brief but intense. With 74% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

September ranks 10 out of 12 months in Phu Quoc.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 21
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Phu Quoc is January (8.8/10), 4.3 pts higher than September.

See January →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

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 monthMarch · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 77%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Phu Quoc ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Vietnam
Tropical climate with a 8.8 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
10.23°N · 103.97°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?
January is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 8.0h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Phu Quoc get in January?
Phu Quoc averages 8.0 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Phu Quoc?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Phu Quoc in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Phu Quoc good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Phu Quoc scores 6.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Phu Quoc?
July is the most difficult month to visit Phu Quoc, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Phu Quoc in September?
In September, the sea averages 29°C in Phu Quoc: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Phu Quoc in September?
The average UV index reaches 7 in September in Phu Quoc (high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.