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Ha Long Bay Weather in February (cool · Tet possible) — Climate Guide

February (cool · Tet possible) in Ha Long Bay is Cool + variable

Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
10
Sunshine
3h

February (cool · Tet possible) is Cool + variable for Ha Long Bay.

Continues January's cool + foggy pattern. Tet (Vietnamese New Year) typically falls in February — brings family travel + price spike for 1 week + some cruise operators take a brief pause. Photography compromised by frequent mist.

Crowds: Moderate Prices: Shoulder Sea temp: 18°C
6 /10

Travel score

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) Weather Stats

Avg High

20°C

-10°
40°
Temperature range

Avg Low

14°C

Rainy Days

10

30mm total

Sunshine

3h

Daily avg

Humidity

80%

Cool + damp

UV Index

4

Moderate

Wind

8 km/h

Gusts 16

Sea Temp

18°C

Too cool to swim

Crowds

Moderate

At attractions

February (cool · Tet possible) Sunrise & Sunset

Sunrise
06:20
Day length
11h 30min
Sunset
17:50
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Air Quality

78
AQI
Moderate
GoodModeratePoorVery poor

PM2.5

38 μg/m³

PM10

65 μg/m³

Status

Moderate

Feels-Like Temperature & Wind

Feels like

Daytime

19°C

/

Nighttime

12°C

Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.

Wind

8 km/h

Max gust 16 km/h

Activities Recommended for February (cool · Tet possible)

Cruise (mist atmosphere) Cave visits Hanoi exploration Cooking class

February (cool · Tet possible) Travel Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Cool comfortable
  • Atmospheric mist + karst photos
  • Cooking classes onboard

Cons

  • Foggy days limit viewpoints
  • Tet disruption
  • Cool water for swimming

February (cool · Tet possible) Events & Festivals

  • Lunar New Year (Tet) often falls in February

Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible) — Full Picture

Continues January's cool + foggy pattern. Tet (Vietnamese New Year) typically falls in February — brings family travel + price spike for 1 week + some cruise operators take a brief pause. Photography compromised by frequent mist.

What to Wear & What to Pack

Light jacket + layers. Slightly warmer than January but still cool over water.

Packing Checklist

Light jacket
Sweater + thermal layer
Long pants
Waterproof shell

Seasonal Weather Overview

Spring (Mar·Apr·May)

Avg High

26°C

Avg Low

19.7°C

Rainy days

12.3/mo

Busy Peak

Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)

Avg High

31.7°C

Avg Low

26°C

Rainy days

16.7/mo

Quiet Low season

Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)

Avg High

27°C

Avg Low

21.7°C

Rainy days

9.3/mo

Busy Shoulder

Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)

Current
Avg High

20°C

Avg Low

14°C

Rainy days

8/mo

Moderate Shoulder

Ha Long Bay Monthly Weather Comparison

Month High Low Rain Sun Humid UV Crowd Price
19° 13° 8d·25mm 4h 78% 4 Moderate Shoulder
20° 14° 10d·30mm 3h 80% 4 Moderate Shoulder
22° 16° 11d·35mm 4h 82% 5 Busy Peak
26° 20° 12d·60mm 5h 84% 7 Very busy Peak
30° 23° 14d·175mm 6h 84% 9 Moderate Shoulder
32° 26° 15d·250mm 6h 84% 10 Quiet Low season
32° 26° 17d·290mm 6h 84% 10 Quiet Low season
31° 26° 18d·320mm 5h 85% 9 Quiet Low season
30° 24° 14d·240mm 6h 82% 8 Quiet Low season
27° 22° 8d·100mm 6h 76% 7 Very busy Peak
24° 19° 6d·50mm 6h 75% 5 Busy Peak
21° 15° 6d·25mm 5h 77% 4 Moderate Peak

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is February (cool · Tet possible) a good time to visit Ha Long Bay?

Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible) is Cool + variable. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.

What's the average temperature in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) averages a high of 20°C and a low of 14°C.

Does it rain much in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) averages 30mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.

What should I wear in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

Light jacket + layers. Slightly warmer than January but still cool over water.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 17:50, with 11h 30min of daylight.

What's the air quality like in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) air quality (AQI) averages 78, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 38μg/m³.

What activities are recommended in Ha Long Bay in February (cool · Tet possible)?

In February (cool · Tet possible), Ha Long Bay is great for Cruise (mist atmosphere), Cave visits, Hanoi exploration.

Is February (cool · Tet possible) peak season in Ha Long Bay?

Ha Long Bay February (cool · Tet possible) crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.

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