Long Xuyen, Vietnam: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Long Xuyen, Vietnam? If you're planning to go to Long Xuyen, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Long Xuyen
- Important essentials for Long Xuyen
- Activities for Long Xuyen
- Long Xuyen in January: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in February: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in March: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in April: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in May: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in June: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in July: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in August: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in September: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in October: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen in November: weather and what to pack
- Long Xuyen 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 Long Xuyen, Vietnam
Based on the climate and weather in Long Xuyen, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Long Xuyen, Vietnam
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Long Xuyen, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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 plane-friendly choice.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Long Xuyen. 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.
What to wear/what to pack for Long Xuyen, Vietnam by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in this region is constantly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
February
February is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans contaminants:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
March
March in Long Xuyen is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
April
If you vacation in Long Xuyen during April, you might see that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
May
If you go to Long Xuyen in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
June
In June, Long Xuyen is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Long Xuyen, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters harmful contaminants:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
July
July in Long Xuyen is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital 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 suggest:
August
August in Long Xuyen is really hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
September
Traveling to Long Xuyen in September, you will notice that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
October
In October, Long Xuyen is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) and regularly jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Long Xuyen, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
November
If you are traveling to Long Xuyen in November, you will notice that it is really hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
December
Traveling to Long Xuyen in December, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
Activities for Long Xuyen, Vietnam
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Long Xuyen.
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