Hanoi in August

The wettest and most humid month

The short answer

August is one of the weakest months in Hanoi.

August is a value-first choice only if heavy rain and humidity do not bother you.

4/10 overall25.3–31.4°CLow crowds€ (Best value)

Weather2/10

Crowds9/10

Prices10/10

Events4/10

August in detail

What August actually feels like

Weather: 25.3–31.4°C; Very humid and exceptionally wet, with frequent heavy showers
Crowds: Low; Low season generally keeps international visitor pressure down
Prices: € (Best value); Among the best-value hotel periods of the year

+The strongest low-season value and relatively quiet sights.

–August averages 310mm of rain, 85% humidity and 16 rainy days.

My tip for August

Choose flexible bookings and allow extra time for weather-related disruption.

How August compares

11th of 12 overall in Hanoi, 12th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. The emptiest month is June; and it's also the best value.

Plan around

Peak heat and rain: This is Hanoi's hardest weather window: hot, humid and rainy. August is the wettest month in the climate dataset, averaging 310mm of rain and 16 rainy days.

Not set on August?

Cooler, clearer conditions create excellent sightseeing weather.

Only six rainy days, lower humidity and mild temperatures make late November especially strong.

Book early and plan around the busiest hours — august averages 310mm of rain, 85% humidity and 16 rainy days.

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