Southern Vietnam, Vietnam: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Southern Vietnam, Vietnam? If you're planning to go to Southern Vietnam, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Southern Vietnam, Vietnam

Based on the climate and weather in Southern Vietnam, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Southern Vietnam, Vietnam

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Southern Vietnam, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • 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).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Southern Vietnam, Vietnam by month

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January

If you go to Southern Vietnam in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

If you visit Southern Vietnam during February, you may see that it is extremely hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally around 50 during the day.

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March

If you visit Southern Vietnam during March, you will probably find that it is constantly hot and dry with little rain. 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). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

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April

If you visit Southern Vietnam during April, you may see that it can be sizzling. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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May

If you go to Southern Vietnam in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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June

In June, Southern Vietnam is extremely hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Southern Vietnam, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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July

In July, Southern Vietnam can be sweltering and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Southern Vietnam, with most of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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August

In August, Southern Vietnam is extremely hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Southern Vietnam, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

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September

September for Southern Vietnam is really hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

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October

If you visit Southern Vietnam during October, you may notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

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November

If you are traveling to Southern Vietnam in November, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

December in Southern Vietnam is really hot. 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), although night temperatures can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).

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Activities for Southern Vietnam, Vietnam

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Southern Vietnam.

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