Best time to visit Halong Bay

One of the most frequently asked questions about Halong bay is When is the best time to visit? Well, let's learn about climate, weather and characteristics of 4 seasons in Halong so that you can have the right answer.

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Best time to visit Halong Bay

Overview of climate and weather in Ha Long
Located in the northeastern region of Vietnam, the weather of Halong is characterized by four distinct seasons of the North. It is hot summer, cold winter. Spring and autumn are the coolest and most pleasant of the year.

Summer lasts from April to September. The high temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius, so the sun is hot. However, the sea water is cool blue and the sky is clear. Convenient for outdoor activities.

Winter lasts from December to February next year. The cold climate, with drizzle as well as fog, adversely affects your journey. But it is dry season and an ideal time for international tourists to come.

Travel to Halong bay in Spring
Travel to Halong bay in Spring
Spring in north Vietnam lasts from February to April. The temperature is cool and comfortable, only about 19 to 29 degrees. But there is still a lot of light rain and the climate is a bit chilly. Suitable for gentle spring trips of families. However, it is not very suitable if you want to swim in the sea or play exciting adventure games on water.

As this time the sea water is still quite cold, it will negatively affect the health of swimmers. However activities such as kayaking, exploring fishing villages... still take place normally.

Travel to Halong bay in Summer
Travel to Halong bay in Summer
Is the main tourist season of Ha Long Bay summer? Summer lasts from May to September. High temperatures with lots of heavy rain or storms come to the region.

Weather in summer can sometimes reach up to 35 degrees Celsius. Suitable for outdoor recreational activities such as swimming, sunbathing, kayaking, sailing to visit the bay...You should bring sunscreen, light-colored clothing, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. You can bring mosquito repellent when you walk on the green beach.

Note, monitor the weather to avoid going on a stormy day. Storms lead to rough seas, so you won't be able to go to the beach for a walk. Dirty water and big waves are very dangerous for visitors.

Travel to Halong bay in Autumn
Travel to Halong bay in Autumn
What is the best season to travel to Ha Long? My answer is autumn. Autumn lasts from October to November.

Although Autumn is not long, the weather is very nice. Average temperature is around 27 degrees. The climate is cool and pleasant and the gentle sunshine.
Storms rarely appear and are not as strong as summer. This is considered the peak tourist season of Halong bay. Especially the cruises on the bay.

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Travel to Halong bay in Winter
Travel to Halong bay in Winter
Winter in north Vietnam lasts from December to February next year. The temperature is only from 8 to 20 degrees Celsius, the climate is cold.

In the morning, there is little sunshine, and there is a thick layer of fog. Therefore, outdoor recreational activities such as swimming and water games are closed. Boat cruises on the bay is not as beautiful as summer.

However, this is the ideal time for international visitors. Foreign tourists often like to enjoy the cool weather. Enjoy sitting in a warm room enjoying coffee and watching the landscape of Halong bay.

What season should you travel to Ha Long Bay and useful experiences
Weather in Halong bay
Now that you have probably go the answer to the question which is the most beautiful time to travel to Halong bay. And I want to share some useful experiences for your coming trip to Halong bay:

- If you go in the rainy season, you should not swim or play water games or spend the night on the bay. Instead, visitors can learn about historical sites and enjoy specialties. The specialties of Halong bay are famous seafood such as squid rolls, sea sam, nail snails...
- Bring a raincoat or umbrella in case of sudden rains. Bring warm clothes to keep your body from the cold. Prepare a waterproof bag to store your phone, camera...

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