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Hanoi in August

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Hanoi are January, March, November and December. In August, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
28°C
Rainfall
371 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Hanoi is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 28°C with about 371mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Hanoi in August

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Hanoi railway station
Hanoi central station or simply Hanoi station is one of the main stations of Vietnam Railways, serving as the terminus of five of seven active routes in the national network, inclu
Vietnam University of Fine Arts
The Vietnam University of Fine Arts is an art school in Hanoi, Vietnam originally established in Tonkin under French colonial rule in 1925. The university has trained many of Vietn
Labour Square
Labour Square or 1-5 Square is a town square located in Hoàn Kiếm district, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Quán Sứ Pagoda
Quán Sứ Pagoda is a Buddhist temple located at 73 Quan Su Street, Hanoi, Vietnam. The temple is the headquarters of the Buddhist Sangha of Vietnam.
Thiền Quang Lake
Thiền Quang Lake is a lake in Hanoi, Vietnam. It was previously known as the Lac Halais during the French colonial period (1888–1945) due to its location next to the rue Halais, no
Lenin Park (Hanoi)
Lenin Park, formerly known as Chi Lăng Flower Garden, is a park in Hanoi, Vietnam, named after Vladimir Lenin. It lies across from the Vietnam Military History Museum and is surrou

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Hanoi in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Hanoi?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Hanoi's best months are generally January, March, November and December.

What is the weather like in Hanoi in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 28°C. Rainfall averages about 371mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Hanoi in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Hanoi in August?+

Popular things to do include Hanoi railway station, Vietnam University of Fine Arts, Labour Square and Quán Sứ Pagoda. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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