Da Nang is the heart of central Vietnam, so you can expect weather that is typical of the region. It's also right on the coast, so the nearby sea has a big influence on the weather.
You can enjoy tropical temperatures all year round, with slightly cooler temperatures in winter and hotter temperatures in summer.
Unlike northern or southern Vietnam, the rainy season in central Vietnam is relatively short, with September to November being the only time you should avoid due to downpours.
Although the best weather for travelling to Da Nang is between March and June, many travellers combine a visit to Da Nang with other areas of Vietnam where the weather varies considerably. So don't be afraid to travel to Da Nang in the off-season.
Weather in Da Nang throughout the year
What can you expect the weather in Da Nang to be like during your visit?
Weather in January
January is the coolest month of the year in Da Nang with an average temperature of 22°C, but in terms of rainfall, January is relatively dry, although the rains of autumn are still reverberating (average rainfall 190 mm per month).
Weather in February
February marks the start of the driest period in Da Nang, with pleasant average temperatures of around 23 °C. Most days you'll also be treated to sunny skies, making February the first month of the year suitable for a relaxing seaside holiday.
Weather in March
March marks the start of the tourist season in central Vietnam, with locals also starting to flock here for beach holidays. The average temperature in March reaches 25 °C, and the monthly rainfall is 95 mm.
Weather in April
April is the ideal month to travel to Da Nang, expect sunny weather and pleasant temperatures of around 26°C. April is also the driest month of the year, with an average rainfall of 85 mm you don't have to worry about frequent rain.
Weather in May
May is also a good month in terms of weather. The air temperatures are already slightly higher and the humidity is also increasing, so book accommodation with air conditioning.
Weather in June
June is the warmest month of the year with an average temperature of 31 °C. However, the high temperatures are still accompanied by minimal rainfall, so this can still be a good month to travel.
Weather in July
Rainfall totals slowly start to increase in July, with an average of 120 mm of rain falling. The average temperature stays at 31 °C.
Weather in August
August is the last month of the dry season, but the coming rainy season is already starting to show with occasional heavy downpours. Temperatures drop slightly to an average of 30 °C, but humidity rises significantly, so feel temperatures can be much higher.
Weather in September
September is already quite rainy, with average rainfall reaching 320 mm per month. Even when it rains a lot, it is usually torrential downpours, which are then replaced by sunny weather. The sea can be choppier and visibility underwater is poorer.
Weather in October
Rainy weather is to be expected even in October, with an average rainfall of 434 mm for the month. Air temperatures are slowly dropping, but humidity is still high.
Weather in November
November is the rainiest month of the year, but paradoxically the weather can be more pleasant due to the falling temperatures. As December approaches, the weather improves.
Weather in December
The rainy season is still winding down in early December, so you can still expect heavy, albeit short, downpours. On average, 350 mm of rain still falls in December. Air temperatures range between 23 and 25 °C.
Table of temperatures during the year
When to go to Da Nang
You can travel to Da Nang all year round, and tourists come here all the time because of the different seasons in other parts of Vietnam.
The best time to travel, however, is from March to June, when temperatures are pleasant and rain is minimal. This is also the best time of year for a swimming holiday, as the sea is calm and visibility is good.
It is also dry and pleasant in winter (December - February), but temperatures are lower. This is a great time of year for sightseeing holidays, but not so good for swimming.
