Vietnam in November
In short
November is excellent for the North (dry, mild) and marks the start of the dry season in the South and on Phu Quoc. Still avoid the Centre: it is often the wettest month in Hue and Hoi An.
Weather by region
| North | IdealDry and mild, buckwheat flowers in Ha Giang. |
|---|---|
| Central | AvoidPeak rain and floods. |
| South | IdealDry again, calm sea on Phu Quoc. |
Month by month, city by city
- When to visit Ha Long Bay: month by month
- When to visit Hoi An: weather month by month and floods
- When to visit Sapa: rice fields, trekking, month by month
- When to visit Phu Quoc: dry season and monsoon
Where to go in November
HanoiNorth · The capital, its Old Quarter and its street foodHa Long BayNorth · Limestone karsts and an overnight cruiseNinh BinhNorth · "Ha Long Bay on land", by rowing boatSapaNorth · Rice terraces and homestay treksHa GiangNorth · The most spectacular motorbike loop in the countryMui NeSouth · Sand dunes, kitesurfing and a beach near SaigonPhu QuocSouth · The island to end your trip on the beach
The right route
North, then a direct flight south, and end on Phu Quoc. An excellent month to combine Ha Giang and the beach.
Crowds, prices and holidays
High season in the North, prices still reasonable in the South before the year-end holidays.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the weather good in Vietnam in November?
November is excellent for the North (dry, mild) and marks the start of the dry season in the South and on Phu Quoc. Still avoid the Centre: it is often the wettest month in Hue and Hoi An.
Where should you go in Vietnam in November?
Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, Sapa, Ha Giang, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc. North, then a direct flight south, and end on Phu Quoc. An excellent month to combine Ha Giang and the beach.