Maintaining the heat and humidity of July, August in Halong Bay has a high level of rainfall of 447mm for 16 wet days in the month. The average temperature though decreases slightly to 28.5oC, the heat and humidity is still rather uncomfortable. The sea temperature, on the other hand, still hovers around 30oC. The 13 hours of daylight has less sunshine with only 6 hours of blazing sunlight.   

Clothes guidance: Shorts, T-shirts, tank tops and dresses is recommended to pack. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, and especially a fodable poncho as it will rain a lot during August. 

Tips: For those whose want to go on a Halong Bay’s cruise, you must check the weather forecast beforehand as late of August is stormy season and chance of cruise cancellation due to bad weather is high.

  • Average temperature: 28.5oC 
  • Average sea Temperature: 30oC
  • Monthly rainfall: 447mm
  • Average hours of sunshine per day: 6 hours