This month starts the ideal time to visit Halong Bay with a maximum temperature of 26oC and the minimum temperature of 20oC. Generally saying, the climate will never be too hot or too cold, and you can participate in every activities including swimming and kayaking without worries. The number of sunlight during the day increases to 4 hours. The daylight duration lengthen to 13 hours/day. But if you are a rain-hater then please note that the amount of rainfall increases to 79mm for a length of 13 wet days. This increase in temperature and rainfall makes the humidity level a little discomfort but still can be tolerated. The sea temperature is warmer, good for swimming at 24oC. 

Clothes guidance: The weather is warm and comfortable, allowing you to coat on your light and beautiful short, T-shirt and dress. And of course, swimsuit is a must-to-pack if you visit Halong Bay in this month of the year.

Tips: Late of April is the blossom time of many kind of flower in Halong Bay, especially the purple Sim flower on Soi Sim Island. So don’t forget your camera or you will miss the best time of the year for taking picture of Halong Bay. Also April is known for jelly season so if you are going to swim, please follow instructions from tour guide to reach safe water zones.

  • Average temperature: 23oC 
  • Average sea Temperature: 24oC
  • Monthly rainfall: 79mm
  • Average hours of sunshine per day: 4 hours