April sits between the cool, misty northern spring and the summer heat and rain. For most of the country it is warm and dry, which makes it one of our favourite months, with one practical caution at the end of the month.
April weather at a glance
| Region | What to expect in April | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Hanoi, Ninh Binh | Warm, humid, more sunshine than in March | Good |
| Halong Bay | Warmer, generally calm; less mist than in winter | Good for cruising |
| Sapa, Ha Giang, Mai Chau | Mild days, green valleys | Very good for walking |
| Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang | Dry, warm and sunny; sea calm | Excellent, including beaches |
| Nha Trang | Dry and sunny | Excellent |
| Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta | Very hot and dry before the rains | Good; plan around the heat |
| Phu Quoc | Dry, hot; end of the main season | Good |
North: green and warm
By April the northern spring has turned warmer and brighter. The rice in Ninh Binh and the valleys around Mai Chau and Pu Luong is green, and the mountains are pleasant for walking. Halong Bay usually has less mist than in winter, so views open up. Read Mai Chau or Pu Luong? for a countryside stay that suits April well.
Centre: the start of the best beach months
April is one of the best months on the central coast. Hue and Hoi An are warm and dry, and the beaches near Hoi An and Da Nang are calm. If you want a beach in April, this is the easiest choice; see which beach to choose.
South: hot
April and May are the hottest months in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta. We plan visits early and late in the day, keep the middle of the day for lunch and rest, and choose hotels with pools. The Cu Chi Tunnels are best visited early in the morning; see Cu Chi: Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc.
Late-April holidays
30 April (Reunification Day) and 1 May (International Labour Day) are public holidays, and they often create a long weekend. Vietnamese families travel to the beaches and holiday towns, so flights, trains, resorts and popular sights are very busy. In some years the spring Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, which follows the lunar calendar, also falls in April. We avoid long domestic journeys over the holiday and book coastal hotels well ahead if your trip overlaps it.
An April route we like
- Hanoi (2–3 nights) with Ninh Binh.
- Mai Chau or Pu Luong (2 nights) or Sapa.
- Halong or Lan Ha Bay (1–2 nights).
- Hue (2 nights) and Hoi An (3 nights), with beach time.
- Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta (2–3 nights), planned around the heat.
Packing
Light, breathable clothes, sun protection and a hat everywhere; a light layer for evenings in the mountains; and clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples. See what to wear in Vietnam and, for the neighbouring months, Vietnam in March and our month-by-month guide.
Typical temperatures and rainfall in April
April is warm across the country and dry in the centre, with the first humid days in the north. Typical figures:
| Place | Typical daytime high | Typical night low | Typical monthly rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanoi | 28°C | 22°C | about 90 mm |
| Hue | 31°C | 23°C | about 60 mm |
| Hoi An & Da Nang | 31°C | 24°C | about 25 mm |
| Ho Chi Minh City | 35°C | 26°C | about 50 mm |
| Phu Quoc | 33°C | 26°C | about 120 mm |
Rounded long-term averages from public climate records, not a forecast. Any single April can be warmer, cooler, wetter or drier, so we check the outlook for your exact dates when we plan your trip.
Want to compare April with the months either side? Use our quick tool below: it opens on April, and you can tap any other month.
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Where to go and where to think twice in April
Good choices in April:
- Hoi An, Da Nang and the central beaches at the start of the beach season
- Halong Bay and Ninh Binh while the landscape is green
- Sapa for mild days and green rice terraces being planted
Think twice about:
- Long midday walks in Ho Chi Minh City, the hottest city in April
- Travelling around 30 April to 1 May without bookings: it is a major domestic holiday
- Assuming every Halong day will be clear: some haze is normal
Dates to note in April 2027
- 16 April 2027: Hung Kings Commemoration Day (10th day of the third lunar month), a public holiday with ceremonies at the Hung Temple in Phu Tho.
- 20 April 2027: full-moon Legend Night in Hoi An.
- 30 April and 1 May: Reunification Day and Labour Day, public holidays and one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
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 April
These private tours make the most of April, with time in the mountains while it is mild and beach days in the centre or south:
15 days 14 nights · private
Authentic Vietnam Itinerary from Mountain to the Sea
From US$2,100 per person
Sapa, Halong Bay, Hoi An and the Mekong Delta over fifteen unhurried days.
14 days 13 nights · private
Unforgettable Vietnam Family Tour: A 14-Day Adventure
From US$1,960 per person
A family route with Sapa, Halong, Hoi An and three beach days at Mui Ne.
10 days 9 nights · private
Vietnam North To South | Mix Train & Flight Tour
From US$1,400 per person
Ten days north to south, combining an overnight train to Da Nang with flights.
Prices are the published "from" prices on each tour page, per person, based on 2 travellers sharing. Every tour is private and can be re-timed for your dates; the final price and hotels are confirmed in your quote, subject to availability.
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 April 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 April trip at Superior level starts at about US$1,800 per person; at Luxury level about US$3,500. International flights, visas, insurance and tips are extra. If your dates include 30 April to 1 May, we book hotels and transfers early because domestic demand is very high. 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 April. A 30% deposit confirms the trip.
Frequently asked questions
Is April a good time to visit Vietnam?
Yes. The north is warm and green, the centre is dry with excellent beach weather and the south is hot and dry.
Is it hot in Vietnam in April?
Yes, especially in the south, where April and May are the hottest months. The north is warm and the mountains are mild.
Is April a good month for the beach in Vietnam?
Yes, particularly near Hoi An and Da Nang and in Nha Trang. Phu Quoc is at the end of its main season.
What holidays are there in Vietnam in April?
30 April (Reunification Day) and 1 May (Labour Day) are public holidays and often form a long weekend. Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day follows the lunar calendar and sometimes falls in April.
Is Halong Bay good in April?
Yes. April is warmer than winter, with generally calm seas and less mist.
Which tours do you recommend for Vietnam in April?
April suits long routes that include the mountains and the beach, such as our 15-day mountain-to-the-sea tour, the 14-day family tour with Mui Ne and the 10-day train-and-flight tour.
When is Hung Kings Day in 2027?
Hung Kings Commemoration Day falls on 16 April 2027, the 10th day of the third lunar month. It is a public holiday in Vietnam.
Plan this trip
- Vietnam North To South (10 days, from US$1,400 per person)
- Unforgettable Vietnam Family Tour: A 14-Day Adventure (14 days, from US$1,960 per person)
See Vietnam tour packages for your dates for itineraries and prices, from US$140 per person per day for two travellers.
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