Vietnam Da Lat Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Da Lat is moderate
Da Lat Weather in August — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 24° / 14°
- Rainfall
- 250mm · 21 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Da Lat in August averages a high of 24°C and low of 14°C with 250mm of rain over about 21 days. Similar to July with continued heavy rain. Quick-dry + rain shell + waterproof bag mandatory. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F.
August is moderate for Da Lat.
August continues monsoon peak — rainfall 250mm + 21 rainy days. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F. Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) drives a brief regional hotel + flight peak. Vu Lan (Vietnamese Buddhist Ghost Festival, lunar 7th month full moon — typically mid-August) brings temple ceremonies at Truc Lam Zen + Linh Phuoc Pagoda with monk-and-family ancestral remembrance. Outside of these windows, pricing stays similar to July — boutique $40-90/night. Korean summer break tail continues. This is the month most outdoor-focused travelers should skip. Spa + cooking class + cultural temple visits + colonial walks (morning) still work, but Lang Biang summit + Mê Linh Coffee Garden + Pongour Falls have significant cancellation risk. For travelers timing-locked to summer break: stick to honeymoon-style on-property luxury at Dalat Palace + Ana Mandara + Swiss-Belresort. For everyone else: skip August, visit November-March.
Travel score
Monsoon peak continues + Vu Lan Buddhist Ghost Festival
August Weather at a Glance
August averages 75°F / 24°C highs and 57°F / 14°C lows with 21 rainy days and 250mm of rain. Humidity 85%, UV 10, sunshine 6 hours (year's low with July).
August Travel Advice
Travel insurance with cancellation coverage absolutely essential. Plan city-based itinerary + skip Lang Biang summit + Mê Linh Coffee Garden + Pongour Falls. Korean Liberation Day (Aug 15) drives brief Korean inbound peak. Vu Lan ceremonies pre-dawn (5-6 AM) at Truc Lam Zen.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean summer break tail + Japanese O-Bon week + European peak holiday. Flights via SGN $500-1,000. Korean Liberation Day (Aug 15) brief Korean inbound peak.
August Pricing Trends
Korean break + European peak: boutique $40-90/night, Dalat Palace $210-410, Ana Mandara $220-420. Liberation Day weekend slight peak. SGN domestic $60-150.
Da Lat August Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
21
250mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
very humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
29°C
Xuan Huong Lake muddy + rough afternoons
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
26°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Vu Lan Buddhist Ghost Festival temple ceremonies
- Liberation Day weekend brief peak then drop
- Hotel spa + indoor experience strong
Cons
- Continued monsoon peak
- Lang Biang + Mê Linh + Pongour Falls cancellation risk
- Photography essentially limited to mornings
August Events & Festivals
- Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) — brief regional peak
- Korean summer break tail
- Year's monsoon peak continues
- Vu Lan / Buddhist Ghost Festival (lunar 7th month full moon — typically mid-August)
Da Lat in August — Full Picture
August continues monsoon peak — rainfall 250mm + 21 rainy days. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F. Korean Liberation Day weekend (Aug 15) drives a brief regional hotel + flight peak. Vu Lan (Vietnamese Buddhist Ghost Festival, lunar 7th month full moon — typically mid-August) brings temple ceremonies at Truc Lam Zen + Linh Phuoc Pagoda with monk-and-family ancestral remembrance. Outside of these windows, pricing stays similar to July — boutique $40-90/night. Korean summer break tail continues. This is the month most outdoor-focused travelers should skip. Spa + cooking class + cultural temple visits + colonial walks (morning) still work, but Lang Biang summit + Mê Linh Coffee Garden + Pongour Falls have significant cancellation risk. For travelers timing-locked to summer break: stick to honeymoon-style on-property luxury at Dalat Palace + Ana Mandara + Swiss-Belresort. For everyone else: skip August, visit November-March.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar to July with continued heavy rain. Quick-dry + rain shell + waterproof bag mandatory. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
25°C
13°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current24°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 August a good time to visit Da Lat?
Da Lat in August is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Da Lat in August?
Da Lat August averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C.
Does it rain much in Da Lat in August?
Da Lat August averages 250mm of rainfall over about 21 rainy days.
What should I wear in Da Lat in August?
Similar to July with continued heavy rain. Quick-dry + rain shell + waterproof bag mandatory. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Da Lat in August?
Da Lat August sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 18:10, with 12h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Da Lat in August?
Da Lat August air quality (AQI) averages 25, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Da Lat in August?
In August, Da Lat is great for Vu Lan Ghost Festival temple ceremonies, Hotel spa + cooking class, Mê Linh Coffee Garden morning.
Is August peak season in Da Lat?
Da Lat August crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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