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Hanoi’s Weather in April

  Mar 22, 2023

  By Thao Le

Hanoi might not be unfamiliar to many tourists because of its combination between ancientness and modernness of a thousand years capital city. Therefore, when choosing Hanoi and other provinces to travel to, visitors will have questions about what the weather is like in Hanoi. Our article below will provide some useful information to answer your doubts about Hanoi’s weather in April for your  Vietnam traveling tours.

The weather around Hanoi during April

April in Hanoi and the North is a lovely, calm, and clear month. The sun is a pleasant yellow color and makes the sky higher and bluer, giving anybody who arrives a peculiar sense of peace. This month of the year is very lovely and special due to the pristine white of the lilies, the yellow of the fallen leaves, and the green of the trees blooming and sprouting.

With an average high temperature of 26°C and an average low temperature of 21°C, the weather in Hanoi is a bit hot in the spring months. In this Vietnamese location, the average relative humidity in April is about 75%, which feels humid most of the time.

Up to 68% of the time, the first of the month will be humid, uncomfortable, or downright awful. By the end of April, this likelihood will have increased to almost 90%.

In this location, April marks the changeover from the dry (winter) to the wet (summer) seasons. In comparison to March, the quantity of precipitation received throughout the month doubles. Rainfall in April ranges between 80 to 100 millimeters. Rainstorms are not common, but when they do occur, they generally have little impact on your tour around Hanoi.

The first reason why many visitors choose to visit Hanoi in April is the weather, which is sunny and pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.


What to wear in April 

You should carry a wind jacket with thin long sleeves with you in April during Hanoi because the temperature will be warmer and there may be some cold days. Additionally, you should pack a few pairs of shorts and shirts in case it gets hotter at midday. You should pack a pair of warm, comfortable shoes for walking through Hanoi's streets if you want a more adventurous trip. Please remember to wear discreet and respectful attire when visiting temples and pagodas. Generally speaking, if you're traveling to Hanoi in the spring, you should pack at least 1/4 warm clothing and 1/4 cool clothing.

What to do in Hanoi during April

Taking photos during changing season

The changing season phase will definitely marvel visitors. In April, yellow leaves in the trees fall down covering the surface of roads, creating a peaceful and poetic scene that touches people’s hearts. You can stroll around freely and capture every moment of this scene at some beautiful photography locations in Hanoi such as: Hoang Dieu Street, Phan Street. 


Try local fruit 

What to eat in Hanoi in April? Fruit also attracts many tourists to come here. At this time, the ripe, red, oleasters are sold all over the streets. The dipping sauce, a mix of spicy chili and salt,  is the soul of this fruit. The cool and sour taste of the fruit will keep in your mind that is hard to forget.


Try Hanoian specialties 

In April, Hanoi weather is cool, suitable for you to take a stroll and discover many specialties such as:

Pho Hanoi: the famous dish impresses eaters with the natural light sweet taste that comes from beef bones and different savory toppings. 

Ho Tay shrimp cake: the crunchiness and sweet, soft shrimp combined with spicy and salty dipping sauce will satisfy any taste of people. 

La Vong grilled fish is a rustic meal, yet it captures the culinary spirit of more than a century of Hanoian history. The aromatic, seasoned chunks of goldfish are served with dill, onions, and a special taste.

Bun thang: Hanoi's signature dish of vermicelli, which appears straightforward but is prepared with great skill, is a delectable meal that embodies the city's distinctive culinary flavor that has been cultivated over many generations.

Bun Cha Hanoi: is a famous dish in Hanoi, imbued with the traditional culinary culture of the Vietnamese people.

Pho Hanoi

Bun Cha Hanoi

Tours around Hanoi in April

If you want to experience the pleasant weather in northern Vietnam in April but want to go somewhere near Hanoi, these tours are perfect for your needs. 

Hanoi Sapa

When summer arrived, it began to rain hard, providing enough water for farmers to use for planting and transplanting. The watering season lasts from early April through mid-May. This indicates that rice fields are being watered in order to get them ready for planting. Around this time of year, rice fields are transformed into enormous mirrors that reflect the sky and mountains. The embankments that encircle these terraces resemble delicately painted lines. Therefore, Sapa in April is worth visiting. 

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Hanoi Ninh Binh 

Ninh Binh is about 100km from Hanoi but i vouch that this place won't let you be disappointed. With a range of towering limestone mountains and jade-green water, Ninh Binh is blessed with idyllic and serene beauty attracting many tourists coming here to escape from the heat and hustle of big cities. Especially, Tam Coc in April is genuinely mesmerizes tourists with its lush green rice fields and blooming lotus ponds.  You can choose to go for Bai DInh Trang An Day tour or Hoa Lu Tam Coc day tour


Hanoi Halong Bay 

April in Ha Long Bay is a beautiful picture, with trees sprouting buds. The best time to visit Ha Long is from April to October. When traveling on Halong Bay Cruises in April, when the weather is not too hot or too cold, visitors can take a boat to visit the unique and beautiful scenery of Ha Long or kayak to explore mysterious caves. This time is also in the summer, so the attractions and tourism here are also much more exciting.


Hopefully, you can use our information as a reference for your itinerary in Hanoi depending on Hanoi’s weather in April. If you are interested in the Vietnam package tours, you can consider our tours Full Day Hanoi Sightseeing Tour to give you the best experience in Hanoi.