Vietnam climate: useful information for tourists

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:40

The Socialist Republic of Vietnam has a unique geographical position, namely: the country is so elongated in shape that it covers several climatic zones at once.

The southern part of the state is located in the part where the tropical monsoon climate prevails, and the seasons are recognized depending on how much precipitation has fallen and which way the wind blows.

Vietnam's climate here is characterized by abundant tropical rains that begin in May and end in October. During the rest of the year, the dry season is established in the south of the country. All twelve months the temperature of sea water in this part of Vietnam is kept at +26-28 degrees Celsius.

The climate of Vietnam, if we talk about its northern part, is changing somewhat. In this zone there is a more pronounced transition from winter to spring and from summer to autumn. The north of Vietnam is located in the tropical climate zone. Between June and August, there are heavy showers, despite the fact that hot weather sets in. At the same time, even in winter, the northern provinces receive a huge amount of precipitation, and the air temperature drops.

In the central regions of the country in winterthe climate is milder than in the north of Vietnam, however, in summer it is somewhat cooler than in the southern part of the state.

Vietnam's climate has another remarkable feature - a high level of humidity, so not every tourist feels as comfortable as possible here.

During the first two spring months in southern Vietnam, the air temperature rises significantly, the sea becomes warm, and it can provide some relief from the heat. At the same time, already in early May, the climate of Vietnam in this geographical point becomes different - heavy tropical showers begin, so there are not so many people who want to relax here.

In the central provinces, the air temperature is set in spring, which ranges from +22 to +27 degrees Celsius, and it rains periodically. In May, quite hot weather sets in here.

It is also very warm in the north of the country in spring, but there is much more precipitation.

Summer time in Vietnam for each geographical area is individual. In the south of the country, the air temperature reaches +33 degrees Celsius, and the rains are plentiful and regular. In the north of Vietnam, hotter weather has recently been established in the summer months than in the south of the state, and showers here are not uncommon. In the central part of Vietnam, the weather is more or less dry in summer, but in August there is a huge amount of precipitation. The water temperature in the country during this period of the year is +29degrees Celsius.

Autumn in the southern provinces of Vietnam again brings heavy rainfall, which usually falls in the afternoon. However, the air and water temperatures are quite high. In addition, storms are typical for this zone in autumn.

Many Russian tourists consider Vietnam as a country for autumn holidays. The climate in November in the south of the country is characterized by a decrease in precipitation. Despite the fact that there is a high level of humidity, the beginning of autumn is easier to bear than in Egypt and Turkey. The climate of Vietnam in September allows diving enthusiasts to explore the depths of the South China Sea, as this type of recreation in this country is considered one of the most affordable.

Winter in Vietnam is the best time for a beach holiday. The temperature of both air and water allows you to sunbathe and enjoy swimming. The exception is northern and central Vietnam, where it is cooler due to extreme dampness.