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Vietnam in December

A solid time to go

Sapa occasionally sees frost or rare snow; Halong Bay mornings can be chilly on deck.

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Daytime high

22°C

72°F

Overnight low

15°C

59°F

Rainfall

23 mm

dry

Crowd levels

high

busy

Prices

high

peak rates

What to expect in Vietnam in December

December brings warm weather to Vietnam, with daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows near 15°C (59°F). Skies are typically practically rain-free, with about 23 mm of rainfall on average. Sapa occasionally sees frost or rare snow; Halong Bay mornings can be chilly on deck..

December is one of Vietnam's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs December–February, for context.

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