Vietnam in April
April is one of the best times to visit Vietnam.
Temperatures in the north are rising as summer approaches, and some rain is not uncommon. But it's still very pleasant and great for hiking, with spring flowers in full bloom making the region especially beautiful. The centre of Vietnam entices with blue skies and sunshine, so make for charming town of Hoi An and the nearby beach of An Bang, and the broad sands at Da Nang. Further south, Nha Trang is at its best. Temperatures in the city of Hué are agreeable and the highlands experiences great weather at this time. There's a chance of some rain in southern Vietnam, but with mostly clear skies and temperatures hitting 31ºC it's still great for sun worshippers on the south's beautiful beaches.
Festivals in April
Reunification Day & Labour Day Book ahead
Back-to-back national holidays (30 Apr–1 May) trigger a domestic travel peak; book ahead.
Hue Festival Celebration (approximate dates)
Biennial arts and heritage festival in the old imperial capital, with royal re-enactments. Usually April.
Where to go in Vietnam
Other places with good weather in April
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