Hue, Vietnam: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Hue, Vietnam? If you're planning to go to Hue, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Hue
- Important essentials for Hue
- Activities for Hue
- Hue in January: weather and what to pack
- Hue in February: weather and what to pack
- Hue in March: weather and what to pack
- Hue in April: weather and what to pack
- Hue in May: weather and what to pack
- Hue in June: weather and what to pack
- Hue in July: weather and what to pack
- Hue in August: weather and what to pack
- Hue in September: weather and what to pack
- Hue in October: weather and what to pack
- Hue in November: weather and what to pack
- Hue in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Hue, Vietnam
Based on the climate and weather in Hue, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Hue, Vietnam
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hue, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Hue. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Hue, Vietnam by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Hue in January, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
February
February in Hue is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
March
If you are traveling to Hue in March, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
April
April in Hue is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
May
May in Hue can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
June
June in this region can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should pack extra, as these easily get wet or dirty.
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.
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UV protecting pants
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Waterproof sandals
Bug bite relief
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Bug repellent
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Light linen shorts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed for cooling:
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Sunglasses
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Personal cooling fan
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
July
July in Hue can be sizzling. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light linen shorts
-
Bug repellent
Bug bite relief
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Skirts
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Sunglasses
-
Sun protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and to provide UV protection.
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring additional, since these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
August
August in Hue is blindingly hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Skirts
Bug bite relief
-
Bug repellent
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Insulated water bottle
-
UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to help you stay cool and can provide UV protection.
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
September
September in Hue can be very hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
October
If you go to Hue in October, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
November
November in Hue is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
December
If you visit Hue during December, you might see that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you see the Ho Chi Minh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
Activities for Hue, Vietnam
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Hue.
Royal Antiquities Museum
Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
Dong Ba Market (Cho Dong Ba)
Perfume River (Song Huong River)
Nine Dynastic Urns
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