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Best time to visit Hoi An

Go inFebruary–April

February to April is the sweet spot.

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Hoi An month by month

MonthRatingAvg highRainCrowdsFlightsWhat’s on
JanuaryGood25°CWetModerateAverage–
FebruaryGood26°CSome rainPeak crowdsPriciest–
MarchGreat29°CSome rainModerateAverage–
AprilGood31°CMostly dryModerateAverage–
MayPoor33°CSome rainPeak crowdsPriciest–
JunePoor34°CSome rainPeak crowdsPriciest–
JulyPoor34°CSome rainPeak crowdsPriciest–
AugustPoor34°CSome rainModerateAverage–
SeptemberPoor32°CWetModerateAverage–
OctoberMixed29°CVery wetQuietCheapestFlood season
NovemberMixed27°CVery wetQuietCheapestFlood season
DecemberGood25°CWetModerateAverage–

Festivals, events and seasons in Hoi An

  • Oct–Nov⚠️ Flood seasonThe old town can flood.
  • All year🎉 Full-moon lantern nightsLanterns float on the river every month.

Good to know

  • Flights to Hoi An are usually cheapest in October–November. The catch: October–November are rainy.
  • Crowds and prices peak in February and May–July, so book early.
  • The heaviest rain falls in October–November.

Hoi An’s Japanese Covered Bridge dates from the 1590s.

Questions people ask

When is the best time to visit Hoi An?

The best time to visit Hoi An is February–April. February to April is the sweet spot.

What is the cheapest time to fly to Hoi An?

Flights are usually cheapest in October–November, when demand is lowest.

When is Hoi An busiest?

Hoi An is busiest in February and May–July.

What is the weather like in Hoi An?

June is the warmest month, with average highs of 34°C, and January the coolest at 25°C. The wettest period is September–January.

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