Vietnam Da Nang Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Da Nang is moderate
August is moderate for Da Nang.
August is the transition month — Korean Liberation Day (August 15) brings a 5-day holiday surge that turns My Khe Beach into a Korean-tourist mini-Patong. Pre-monsoon thunderstorms intensify (130mm + 11 rainy days), mornings still sunny + swimmable, afternoons increasingly stormy. Crowd drops slightly from July (Korean working pros return after Liberation Day), hotels start to soften by late August (post-Aug 20 is the post-Liberation value window). The signature experience is Hoi An lantern atmosphere with brief evening showers — magical with reflections on wet streets. Avoid mid-August if budget-sensitive (Liberation Day week 1.5x rates). Late August onwards starts the rainy-season approach.
Travel score
Summer + Korean Liberation Day surge + rainy season approaches
August Weather at a Glance
August in Da Nang averages 91°F / 33°C highs and 77°F / 25°C lows — summer continues. Humidity 78% + 7 hours of sunshine. 11 rainy days with 130mm rainfall — rain accelerating toward September monsoon. Sea temperature 84°F / 29°C. September starts true rainy season + typhoon season — August is the calm-before-storm month.
August Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + SPF 50 + parasol + water bottle + folding umbrella. August 15 Korean Liberation Day 5-day holiday drives peak Korean inbound — book hotels 6-8 weeks ahead if traveling that week. Late August short afternoon showers frequent — umbrella required + schedule outdoor activity for morning. My Khe Beach + 5-star pool villas the #1 Korean pick.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day holiday drives 1.5x fare spikes — Asia-Da Nang $540-880 from Seoul. Post-Liberation Day is the value window (Aug 20+). Korean summer + family travel peak. Japanese Obon mid-August adds Japanese inbound.
August Pricing Trends
Liberation Day week hotels 2x — My Khe Beach 4-star $280-470/night. Post-Liberation week $190-340. 5-star $400-750. InterContinental Sun Peninsula $700-1,200 Liberation week.
Da Nang August Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
11
130mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
high
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
37°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Slight crowd drop from July
- Sea still warm at 29°C
- Hoi An lantern atmosphere magical with brief showers
- Post-Liberation Day value window
Cons
- 130mm rain
- Daily afternoon thunderstorms
- Humid 78%
- Liberation Day week hotels 2x
August Events & Festivals
- Pre-monsoon thunderstorms begin
- Korean Liberation Day Aug 15 (5-day holiday surge)
- Vietnamese Independence Day Sep 2 prep week
Da Nang in August — Full Picture
August is the transition month — Korean Liberation Day (August 15) brings a 5-day holiday surge that turns My Khe Beach into a Korean-tourist mini-Patong. Pre-monsoon thunderstorms intensify (130mm + 11 rainy days), mornings still sunny + swimmable, afternoons increasingly stormy. Crowd drops slightly from July (Korean working pros return after Liberation Day), hotels start to soften by late August (post-Aug 20 is the post-Liberation value window). The signature experience is Hoi An lantern atmosphere with brief evening showers — magical with reflections on wet streets. Avoid mid-August if budget-sensitive (Liberation Day week 1.5x rates). Late August onwards starts the rainy-season approach.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot + humid + thunderstorm afternoons. T-shirt + light raincoat. Swimwear practical morning. Sun hat + sunscreen SPF 50+. Cooling towel + water bottle. Quick-dry shoes for sudden showers. Plastic phone case for boat rides.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
29°C
22.7°C
4.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current33°C
25°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
29°C
23°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
25.3°C
19.7°C
7.7/mo
Da Nang Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25° | 19° | 8d·100mm | 5h | 80% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| February (Best) | 26° | 20° | 4d·30mm | 6h | 78% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 27° | 21° | 4d·25mm | 7h | 78% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 29° | 23° | 4d·30mm | 8h | 78% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 24° | 5d·50mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 7d·80mm | 8h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 8d·90mm | 8h | 76% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·130mm | 7h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·250mm | 6h | 80% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 29° | 23° | 15d·530mm | 5h | 83% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 27° | 22° | 13d·360mm | 5h | 82% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 25° | 20° | 11d·220mm | 5h | 80% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Da Nang August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Da Nang?
Da Nang in August is moderate. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Da Nang in August?
Da Nang August averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Da Nang in August?
Da Nang August averages 130mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Da Nang in August?
Hot + humid + thunderstorm afternoons. T-shirt + light raincoat. Swimwear practical morning. Sun hat + sunscreen SPF 50+. Cooling towel + water bottle. Quick-dry shoes for sudden showers. Plastic phone case for boat rides.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Da Nang in August?
Da Nang August sunrise is 05:35 and sunset is 18:20, with 12h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Da Nang in August?
Da Nang August air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Da Nang in August?
In August, Da Nang is great for Morning beach (06:00-10:00), Indoor afternoons during thunderstorms, Hoi An lantern evenings.
Is August peak season in Da Nang?
Da Nang August crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.