Best Time to Visit Hanoi

October to December, March to April

Months to avoid: June to August (35°C+, extreme humidity, afternoon downpours)

Recommended stay: 3-5 days

Plan Hanoi for October to December, March to April. Give it 3-5 days. The window to avoid is June to August (35°C+, extreme humidity, afternoon downpours).

What the season gets you

• Street food culture is unmatched, pho, bun cha, banh mi, egg coffee, all for under $3
• The Old Quarter at night, lanterns, beer corners, motorbike rivers, is pure sensory theatre
• Gateway to Ha Long Bay (4h drive) and Sapa rice terraces (overnight train)