What to expect in Hanoi in August
August is usually the wrong time for Hanoi: 32° / 25°. Consider November · October instead.
Hanoi weather in August
Typical conditions in Hanoi during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 32°C 90°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 25°C 77°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 70/100 |
| Total rainfall | 335 mm13.2 in |
| Rainy days | 18 |
| Daylight | 12 h 51 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 32°C with lows near 25°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Hanoi — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 32°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Hanoi. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 33% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in August, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Hanoi in August compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 33° / 26° | Low | $ | 59 |
| July | 33° / 26° | Low | $ | 58 |
| August · This month | 32° / 25° | Low | $ | 58 |
| September | 31° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| October | 28° / 21° | High | $$ | 55 |
These months score higher for Hanoi on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in August
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in August.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
