Understanding the weather is essential whenever you want to travel. Here are some informative suggestions about Vietnam weather February for your travel ideas in 2023. In general, Vietnam’s weather this month is not much different from the previous one, and more comfortable with fewer spots of rain in the North. Just keep reading until the end of the blog, we’re sure that you will find out your most suitable destinations!
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February features dry, clear weather across the country, similar to January, with temperatures rising southward. This month is also the first month of the lunar new year, therefore the celebratory atmosphere of Vietnam’s most important holiday can be found everywhere.
North Vietnam remains in winter, with bright skies and minimal rain, giving a romantic aspect to the new year, as many believe that if it rains on the first day, the entire year would be lucky. With the backdrop of grey mountains, the northern mountainous areas are protected in pastel colorings of plum, apricot, and peach blooms.
The weather in Central and South Vietnam is ideal for a beach vacation, with bright, sunny skies and warm seas. The average temperature is between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius.
Additionally, at this time of year, Da Lat also enjoys the lovely sight of cherry blossoms.
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Similar to January, you may visit many areas in Vietnam during February, especially since it is flower season! As previously stated, this month is the lunar new year, therefore you should travel to big cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city to appreciate the culture and cuisine. Come to the plateaus of north Vietnam to breathe in the fresh air and appreciate the natural landscape of spring blossoms.
After such long cold weather of winter, Sapa seems to wake up because the plum and peach blossoms are blooming so vividly. February is the time of late winter and early spring in Sapa, and the cold is also somewhat reduced. The average monthly temperature ranges from 7 to 10℃, and the number of sunny days in a month is about 14 days almost of the month.
You can see that the weather in Sapa is nice enough for you to participate in many outdoor activities such as conquering the Fansipan summit with the Fansipan cable cars, visiting Ta Van and Cat Cat villages, and riding a motorbike along the highway in the mountains.
Additionally, coming to Sapa in February, visitors also have the opportunity to participate in the highland market of spring and experience the unique culture of the Northwest people. And don’t forget to eat Thang Co, which is a hotspot from the tummy of the horse cooked in Northwestern style. It’s suitable in the cool Vietnam weather February.
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Another destination in the North of Vietnam you should not miss is Moc Chau. About the Vietnam weather February, it is said that you can enjoy 4 seasons in 1 day in Moc Chau. When night falls, you will feel the cold of signature winter in the Northwest. In the morning, you will feel the mild cold of spring and the hot sun of summer. When the color of the sky gradually turns to afternoon, you will feel the cold of autumn again. Therefore, if you travel to Moc Chau in February, you should bring both warm clothes and cool clothes for the summer.
More than the comfortable weather, Moc Chau has beautiful flower seasons during this month. If you’re a flower lover, Moc Chau in February is really suitable for you. Here, you can see the plum flowers covering Ang villages or Dai Yem waterfall; there, you can find the endless green tea hill in the shape of a heart in Tan Lap and Pa Khen tea farms. The natural landscape is so lovely that we’re sure you cannot stop taking pictures of them! So don’t forget to bring a camera or phone with blank storage to take as many photos as you can.
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Vietnam weather February in Ninh Binh is such a gift of nature because it’s not too hot, just a little bit cold that can make you feel calm. February to April is the most beautiful time of the year in Ninh Binh. When traveling to this land in spring, you can visit the sacred Bai Dinh pagoda, which is the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia.
Besides, riding a boat in Tam Coc – Trang An to explore caves and admire majestic fields and mountains is also a good idea in the comfortable weather of Ninh Binh. Trang An is dubbed “Ha Long Bay on land”, and the Tam Coc tourism area owns 3 giant caves along the Ngo Dong river, which is magical and strangely poetic.
You will know that the clear water of the river, the green fields in the first period of the harvest season, and the vibrant atmosphere of people visiting the temple and pagodas to pray for a lucky new year,… are all the best scenes that only February can bring to you.
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Spring is also a nice time to travel to central Vietnam. Vietnam weather February at this time is extremely cool and pleasant, so it will be suitable for travelers who want to rest and relax after a long time of hard work. It is different from the sunny weather of summer in the middle of the year.
As you’ve known, February is also a time for the Tet holiday. During the time of the Tet holiday, Hoi An will be extremely vibrant and bustling with a series of festivals and cultural activities. If you come right on the occasion of the Tet holiday, you also have the opportunity to see the Lantern Festival – a cultural symbol of Hoi An suggested by many Hoi An travel experienced visitors.
However, even if the Tet has ended, you can still have a memorial time here cause people are still jubilant and excited in the atmosphere of the New Year’s transfer. The streets are crowded with buyers and sellers, and there are many tourists laughing and enjoying.
Hoi An will make you fall in love with the ancient yellow houses, and many other pretty handmade objects.
The weather is cool, so you can take a walk in the Old Town to check in without worrying about crowds, or you can visit places like Tan Ky Ancient House, Fujian Assembly Hall, Hoi An Market, Pottery Village Thanh Ha,…. Also, the Vietnam weather February in Hoi An is not very convenient for swimming or visiting Cu Lao Cham Island. You should consider it after the spring.
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Danang is not really far from Hoi An, therefore you can add Da Nang to your travel list in February. Vietnam weather February in Danang is not different from Hoi An, which ranges from 18 to 26 degrees Celsius. This is the dry season, therefore you just catch rain occasionally.
You might know that Danang has a very special position, it both has beaches and giant mountains. Visiting Danang, you cannot miss Bana Hills, which is called the road to paradise in Vietnam. Moreover, using cable cars to explore Danang’s mountains is also a must-do activity. Linh Ung pagoda is a spiritual place for anyone who wants to pray for a new year. The comfortable weather can help you to try lots of things in Danang at this time.
However, due to a little bit of cold, we suggest that you should not swim on the beach.
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February is one of the most beautiful months of the year, and so is Da Lat City. The weather in February is mildly sunny, and cold in the evening. If you travel to Dalat, you should still prepare warm clothes, because the temperature in the early morning and late night in Dalat is only about 12 to 15 degrees, which can make you feel cold. You can safely carry out outdoor activities in February weather in Da Lat. If there is rain, it is just some spots of rain, very quickly.
The Vietnam weather February now is quite satisfying, you will see that morning and noon is warm and sunny, with very beautiful photos. And from afternoon to late, the weather will be cold. Therefore, please prepare warm clothes to come to Da Lat.
Moreover, Da Lat in February is probably the most beautiful cherry blossom season. Not only cherry blossoms, but February in Da Lat is also the season for purple phoenix flowers, buckwheat flowers, and reed flowers. Their beauty can surely make your photos become more and more stunning.
Around this time, Dalat has passed the rainy season, the weather is sunny, dry, and warm, and the spring atmosphere is still there. Along with all the spring flowers that still show off their colors, you can still fully enjoy your Da Lat trip.
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If you want to work on your tan and enjoy the ocean, head south. There is less rain than the previous month and of course, more sunshine to brighten up your holiday.
Along with Vietnam weather February, Phu Quoc weather this month is very beautiful. The climate is quite warm, the average temperature is from 25 to 28 degrees Celsius. There is very little rain and the average humidity is about 75%. Therefore, this is the most appropriate time to enjoy fully the beauty of Pearl Island. Visiting Phu Quoc at this time, you can freely swim, dive to see the coralline, or do many outdoor activities without any prevention of the weather.
As the most favorite month of the year, here are some exciting activities that you should not ignore! You can visit Sao Beach, which has been well known to be the best beach in Phu Quoc. Sao Beach still retains the wild beauty of nature because it has not been exploited too much. Besides, many interesting experiences such as snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, or lounging on the beach watching the romantic sunset,… are waiting for you to experience.
Not only beautiful beaches can make you mesmerized, other natural landscapes such as the Tranh fountain, night market, and Phu Quoc prison,… can make your vacation unforgettable.
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February is the dry season in Con Dao. The Vietnam weather February at this time is very nice, sunny, and dry. However, due to the influence of the Northeast wind, sometimes the sea is strong and the waves are big. Therefore, recreational activities on the sea and boat trips to visit the island can be somewhat limited. This time is suitable for visiting pagodas and historical sites.
In addition, Con Dao is a sacred land with a history of war. To learn more about the heroic past of Vietnam, you can visit Hang Duong Cemetery, where more than 2 thousand soldiers were sacrificed. The historical sites of Con Dao Prison and Vo Thi Sau Tomb are also must-visited places.
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As you can see, Vietnam weather February is not only pretty but also has lots of convenient conditions to travel and explore this beautiful country across 3 regions. We hope that this blog has given you informative suggestions about where to travel, what to do and what should you bring to Vietnam this month. Have you found your suitable destination?
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