Vung Tau, Vietnam: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Vung Tau, Vietnam? If you're planning to go to Vung Tau, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Vung Tau
- Important essentials for Vung Tau
- Activities for Vung Tau
- Vung Tau in January: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in February: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in March: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in April: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in May: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in June: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in July: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in August: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in September: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in October: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau in November: weather and what to pack
- Vung Tau 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 Vung Tau, Vietnam
Based on the climate and weather in Vung Tau, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Vung Tau, Vietnam
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Vung Tau, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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 easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist 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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Luggage protection
Theft can be a problem, so lock your luggage. We recommend this lock.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.
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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 works in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Vung Tau. 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 Vung Tau, Vietnam by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Vung Tau in January, you will notice that it is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans contaminants:
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If you're going to the beach
February
Traveling to Vung Tau in February, you will notice that it is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
March
If you visit Vung Tau during March, you will probably notice that it is consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
April
If you vacation in Vung Tau during April, you are likely to find that it is constantly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
May
If you visit Vung Tau during May, you might notice that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
June
June in Vung Tau is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
July
July in this region is constantly hot and somewhat 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:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
August
August in Vung Tau can be very 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:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
September
Traveling to Vung Tau in September, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
October
Traveling to Vung Tau in October, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
November
If you vacation in Vung Tau during November, you will probably see that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s 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 once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
December
December is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
Activities for Vung Tau, Vietnam
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Vung Tau.
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