Vietnam Da Lat Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Da Lat is high
Da Lat Weather in April — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 25° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 130mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Da Lat in April averages a high of 25°C and low of 13°C with 130mm of rain over about 9 days. Monsoon onset month + Vietnamese Reunification Day. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F + 75% humidity. Light cotton + light fleece for evenings. Compact umbrella + light rain shell for afternoon storms (4-5 PM pattern starting). UV 11 (extreme).
April is high for Da Lat.
April brings Da Lat's monsoon onset transition + Hung Kings ancestral festival + Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30 + May 1 — a long-weekend public holiday that brings the year's biggest Saigon internal-tourism surge). Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F + 130mm rainfall + 9 rainy days. Afternoon storms (4-5 PM pattern) become the new normal. Outdoor activities cluster in mornings; afternoons shift to cafes, museums, and indoor markets. Hung Kings Festival (10th day of the lunar 3rd month — varies, usually mid-April) honors Vietnam's ancestral founder kings — temples + government offices close. Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30 + May 1) sees Saigon tourist crowds spike +50-100% with hotel rates +30-50%. Avoid this weekend if possible. Pricing window outside the holiday weekend: boutique $40-100/night, Dalat Palace $230-400. Last month for relatively dry photography.
Travel score
Monsoon onset + Hung Kings Festival + Reunification weekend caveat
April Weather at a Glance
April averages 77°F / 25°C highs and 55°F / 13°C lows with 9 rainy days and 130mm of rain. Humidity 75%, UV 11, sunshine 7.5 hours. Monsoon onset with 4-5 PM storm pattern starting.
April Travel Advice
AVOID Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30 + May 1) — Saigon internal tourism surge spikes hotels +50-100% and crowds make Crazy House + Bao Dai Palace miserable. Schedule outdoor activities for 7-11 AM mornings. Compact umbrella + light rain shell in daypack from April onward.
Flying In from Overseas
Western Easter holiday + Australian autumn-school break. Flight pricing via SGN $500-1,000. Reunification weekend domestic Vietnamese surge — international travelers should avoid this exact weekend.
April Pricing Trends
Mid-season + Reunification weekend surge: boutique $40-100/night normal, $80-200 Apr 28-May 2. Dalat Palace $230-400 normal, $400-600 holiday. SGN domestic $80-180.
Da Lat April Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
9
130mm total
Sunshine
7.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
humid
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 16
Sea Temp
27°C
Xuan Huong Lake afternoon rain rough
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 16 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pre-monsoon last dry-photography window
- Hung Kings Festival cultural depth
- Pricing still 30% off Jan peak
Cons
- Monsoon onset 4-5 PM storms become normal
- Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30) Saigon surge +50-100%
- Photography limited to mornings
April Events & Festivals
- Hung Kings Festival (Vietnamese ancestral founders, 10th day of lunar 3rd month — varies)
- Reunification Day + Liberation Day (Apr 30 + May 1) — long-weekend Saigon influx
- Monsoon onset late month with afternoon storms
- Western Easter holiday tail
Da Lat in April — Full Picture
April brings Da Lat's monsoon onset transition + Hung Kings ancestral festival + Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30 + May 1 — a long-weekend public holiday that brings the year's biggest Saigon internal-tourism surge). Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F + 130mm rainfall + 9 rainy days. Afternoon storms (4-5 PM pattern) become the new normal. Outdoor activities cluster in mornings; afternoons shift to cafes, museums, and indoor markets. Hung Kings Festival (10th day of the lunar 3rd month — varies, usually mid-April) honors Vietnam's ancestral founder kings — temples + government offices close. Reunification Day weekend (Apr 30 + May 1) sees Saigon tourist crowds spike +50-100% with hotel rates +30-50%. Avoid this weekend if possible. Pricing window outside the holiday weekend: boutique $40-100/night, Dalat Palace $230-400. Last month for relatively dry photography.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon onset month + Vietnamese Reunification Day. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F + 75% humidity. Light cotton + light fleece for evenings. Compact umbrella + light rain shell for afternoon storms (4-5 PM pattern starting). UV 11 (extreme).
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current25°C
13°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
14°C
20/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
23.3°C
12.3°C
15.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
21.7°C
9.3°C
2.3/mo
Da Lat Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 21° | 9° | 2d·10mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 23° | 10° | 2d·15mm | 9h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 25° | 12° | 4d·60mm | 8.5h | 70% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 25° | 13° | 9d·130mm | 7.5h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 14° | 16d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 14° | 19d·220mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 24° | 14° | 20d·240mm | 6h | 85% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 14° | 21d·250mm | 6h | 85% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 13° | 21d·280mm | 5.5h | 85% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 24° | 13° | 17d·200mm | 6.5h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| November (Best) | 22° | 11° | 8d·90mm | 7.5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 21° | 9° | 3d·25mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Da Lat?
Da Lat in April is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Da Lat in April?
Da Lat April averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Da Lat in April?
Da Lat April averages 130mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Da Lat in April?
Monsoon onset month + Vietnamese Reunification Day. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F + 75% humidity. Light cotton + light fleece for evenings. Compact umbrella + light rain shell for afternoon storms (4-5 PM pattern starting). UV 11 (extreme).
What time are sunrise and sunset in Da Lat in April?
Da Lat April sunrise is 05:45 and sunset is 18:00, with 12h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Da Lat in April?
Da Lat April air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Da Lat in April?
In April, Da Lat is great for Hung Kings Festival temple ceremonies, Crazy House + Da Lat Cathedral morning, Mê Linh Coffee Garden + cafes.
Is April peak season in Da Lat?
Da Lat April 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.