Vietnam Da Lat Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Da Lat is high
Da Lat Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 24° / 13°
- Rainfall
- 200mm · 17 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Da Lat in October averages a high of 24°C and low of 13°C with 200mm of rain over about 17 days. Monsoon tail + dry season transition begins. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell still useful. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F start cooling.
October is high for Da Lat.
October is the transition month — monsoon ends + dry season begins. Rainfall stays high at 200mm + 17 rainy days for first half then drops sharply late month. Days cool from 25°C → 24°C with evenings at 13°C / 55°F. Xuan Huong Lake + Crazy House + colonial walking start returning to photogenic quality late October. Pricing window: boutique $40-90/night first half; climbs to $50-110 by month-end as November Flower Festival approaches. Target October 16-31 for the best value + improving weather combo. Late October sees the start of dry-season clear-blue-sky days and Pongour Falls at peak flow (the seven-tier waterfall is dramatically larger after the wet season). Last value month before the November Da Lat Flower Festival biennial (2026) + Christmas-New Year double-peak.
Travel score
Monsoon ends + dry season transition + value window
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 75°F / 24°C highs and 55°F / 13°C lows with 17 rainy days and 200mm of rain — late monsoon. Humidity 80%, UV 9, sunshine 6.5 hours. Transitioning toward dry season by month-end.
October Travel Advice
Pongour Falls peak flow window (40 km south, $1.50 entry, 1 hour each way). Target October 16-31 for best weather + still-value pricing. Pricing climbs sharply November 1 — book by mid-October if traveling late-month.
Flying In from Overseas
Tourist arrivals still low — international flight pricing matches September lows. International via SGN $400-700. European autumn shoulder. Korean autumn break partial overlap.
October Pricing Trends
Last value month: boutique $40-90/night first half, $50-110 late month. Dalat Palace $200-380. Ana Mandara $220-400. SGN domestic $50-130. Book by mid-Oct for value before Nov 1 sharp increase.
Da Lat October Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
17
200mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 16
Sea Temp
28°C
Xuan Huong Lake clearing slowly
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
25°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 October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Monsoon ends late month — dry season begins
- Pongour Falls peak flow
- Last value month before November Flower Festival
- Lang Biang + Mê Linh visibility improving
Cons
- First half still has heavy rainy days
- Late October pricing climbs toward Flower Festival
- Mid-Autumn lantern festival tail closes some attractions
October Events & Festivals
- Monsoon ends late month — dry season transition begins
- Vietnamese Children's Day (Oct 1)
- Pongour Falls peak flow continues
- Western Halloween prep
Da Lat in October — Full Picture
October is the transition month — monsoon ends + dry season begins. Rainfall stays high at 200mm + 17 rainy days for first half then drops sharply late month. Days cool from 25°C → 24°C with evenings at 13°C / 55°F. Xuan Huong Lake + Crazy House + colonial walking start returning to photogenic quality late October. Pricing window: boutique $40-90/night first half; climbs to $50-110 by month-end as November Flower Festival approaches. Target October 16-31 for the best value + improving weather combo. Late October sees the start of dry-season clear-blue-sky days and Pongour Falls at peak flow (the seven-tier waterfall is dramatically larger after the wet season). Last value month before the November Da Lat Flower Festival biennial (2026) + Christmas-New Year double-peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon tail + dry season transition begins. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell still useful. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F start cooling.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
25°C
13°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
14°C
20/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current23.3°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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Da Lat October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Da Lat?
Da Lat in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Da Lat in October?
Da Lat October averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Da Lat in October?
Da Lat October averages 200mm of rainfall over about 17 rainy days.
What should I wear in Da Lat in October?
Monsoon tail + dry season transition begins. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell still useful. Days 24°C / 75°F + evenings 13°C / 55°F start cooling.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Da Lat in October?
Da Lat October sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 17:25, with 11h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Da Lat in October?
Da Lat October air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Da Lat in October?
In October, Da Lat is great for Pongour Falls peak flow, Mê Linh Coffee Garden + La Viet morning, Crazy House + Da Lat Cathedral.
Is October peak season in Da Lat?
Da Lat October crowds are moderate and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.