Vietnam in February: Weather by Region, Tet and the Spring Festivals

February is the start of spring in the Vietnamese calendar, and in 2027 it is dominated by Tet, the Lunar New Year, on 6 February. It is also the month when the weather is at its most varied: cool and misty in the north, mild in the centre and hot and dry in the south. With the right route, it is one of the most rewarding months to travel.

Weather by region in February

For the month before, see Vietnam in January; for the bay itself, Ha Long Bay in winter.

Tet on 6 February 2027

The days before Tet are the most colourful of the year: flower markets, red decorations and streets full of people shopping for the holiday. On New Year’s Eve, Friday 5 February, families gather and the big cities hold fireworks at midnight. On the first days of the new year, many shops, restaurants and smaller museums close and transport is fully booked; from about the fourth or fifth day, life returns to normal. Our guide to how Tet affects your trip explains the details, and our private Tet itinerary shows a route that works around it.

Spring festivals after Tet

Dates are calculated from the lunar calendar and can differ by a day; the Perfume Pagoda and Yen Tu pilgrimage seasons continue for weeks after they open. Read our guide to the Lim Festival, famous for its Quan Ho singing.

Where to go in February

• North: Hanoi before Tet, blossom in the mountains; see northern Vietnam in spring.
• Centre: Hue and Hoi An are increasingly dry and pleasant; the end of the rainy season is covered in central Vietnam in the rainy season.
• South: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta and the islands are at their sunniest; see the best time to visit Phu Quoc.

What to pack

• Warm layers and a light down jacket for the north and Sapa
• A compact umbrella or waterproof for Hanoi’s drizzle
• Light, breathable clothes and sun protection for the south
• Modest clothing for pagodas, which are busiest during the festival season

Booking a February trip

Around Tet, flights, trains, hotels and cruises fill early and charge holiday rates. If your dates are flexible, the second half of February is calmer, and you still catch the spring festivals. Our travel designers can build a north-to-south route that matches each region to the best part of the month. Contact us with your dates.

Typical temperatures and rainfall in February

February is still cool and often misty in the north, dry in the centre and hot and dry in the south. Typical figures look like this:

Rounded long-term averages from public climate records, not a forecast. Any single February can be warmer, cooler, wetter or drier, so we check the outlook for your exact dates when we plan your trip.

Want to compare February with the months either side? Use our quick tool below: it opens on February, and you can tap any other month.

Where to go and where to think twice in February

Good choices in February:

• Hanoi and the northern countryside after Tet, for spring festivals and blossom
• Hoi An and Hue, which enter their dry season
• Saigon, the Mekong Delta and Phu Quoc for guaranteed sunshine

Think twice about:

• Long transfers on Tet Eve (5 February 2027) and the first days of the new year, when many shops close and transport is full
• Swimming in the north: Halong Bay is cool and often hazy
• Booking late: domestic flights around Tet sell out weeks ahead

Dates to note in February 2027

• 6 February 2027: Lunar New Year’s Day (Tet). The official public-holiday dates around it are set by the government each year, so check before travel.
• 11 February 2027: the Perfume Pagoda pilgrimage season officially opens on the 6th day of the first lunar month and runs into spring.
• 19 February 2027: full-moon Legend Night in Hoi An.
• 20 February 2027: the first full moon of the lunar year (Tet Nguyen Tieu), a busy day at pagodas across Vietnam.

Lunar-calendar dates are calculated for Vietnam’s time zone. Event programmes change from year to year, so check before travel.

Three private tours for February

February trips work best when they avoid the first days of Tet for long transfers and finish in the warm south. These private tours fit that pattern:

None of these quite right? Every Metta Voyage tour is private, so we can shorten it, add beach days or change the hotel level. You can also browse all our Vietnam tours.

What a February trip costs

Our published “from” prices for a private Vietnam tour are about US$140 per person per day at Comfort (4★) level, US$180 at Superior, US$250 at Deluxe and US$350 at Luxury. They assume 2 travellers sharing a room and include a private guide and driver, hotels and the activities listed in the itinerary (see our Vietnam tour cost guide). A 10-day February trip at Superior level starts at about US$1,800 per person; at Deluxe level it is about US$2,500. International flights, visas, insurance and tips are extra. Hotels and flights around Tet cost more and sell out early, so we price Tet dates individually in your quote. Final prices and hotels are confirmed in your quote, subject to availability.

Ready to plan? Send us your dates and our team in Hanoi will reply within 24 hours with a free day-by-day itinerary for February. A 30% deposit confirms the trip.

Frequently asked questions

Is February a good time to visit Vietnam?

Yes. The south is hot and dry, the centre mild and drying out, and the north cool and misty. Plan around Tet, which falls on 6 February 2027.

What is the weather like in Hanoi in February?

Cool and humid, usually around 15–20°C, with frequent drizzle and grey skies.

Can I travel in Vietnam during Tet in February?

Yes, but many businesses close on the first days of the new year and transport is busy. Spend those days at a resort or on a cruise.

Which festivals take place in February 2027?

After Tet, the Perfume Pagoda Festival opens around 11 February, Yen Tu around 15 February, Lim around 18 February and the Lantern Festival around 20 February.

Which tours do you recommend for Vietnam in February?

For February we often suggest the 11-day cultural heritage tour, the 10-day honeymoon tour with Phu Quoc and the 12-day cooking tour. We time long transfers to avoid the first days of Tet.

When is the Perfume Pagoda festival in 2027?

The pilgrimage season opens on the 6th day of the first lunar month, which is 11 February 2027, and continues through spring. Weekends in the first weeks are very crowded.

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