The month in detail
What to expect in December
December falls in the wet season in Hoi An. Showers are often brief but intense. With 57% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
December ranks 12 out of 12 months in Hoi An. Compared to November: −4°F daytime, −1.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
26°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 50
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Hoi An is February (8.0/10), 3.5 pts higher than December.
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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 monthJune · 93°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 58%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in December
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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 77°F highs, 68°F 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 68°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Hoi An good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hoi An scores 6.4/10 on average — Acceptable 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 December?
In December, the sea averages 78°F in Hoi An: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hoi An in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Hoi An (low), with about 11.1h of daylight. No protection needed.