Vietnam in September
In short
September is a transition month: it is golden rice terrace season in Sapa, but rains begin in the Centre and continue in the South. 2 September (National Day) brings a long weekend of domestic travel.
Weather by region
| North | FineRains ending, golden terraces in Sapa. |
|---|---|
| Central | FineRains begin, mostly late in the month. |
| South | FineShowers, very green landscapes. |
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 September
The right route
Focus on the North in the second half of the month (Sapa, Ninh Binh, Ha Long), with a quick stop in the Centre early in the month.
Crowds, prices and holidays
Low season for foreigners, except around 2 September. The Mid-Autumn Festival (15th day of the 8th lunar month) falls in September in some years.
Most-booked activities
Book activities in Vietnam
Cruises, day trips and guided tours — free cancellation up to 24 hours before on most offers.
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