Vietnam Hoi An Weather in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) — Climate Guide
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) in Hoi An is low
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) is low for Hoi An.
**Wettest month — 530mm rain + Hoi An typically floods 1-2 times. Hotels at lowest rates. Only visit if you're flexible + value-driven.**
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Peak monsoon — Hoi An flood season
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Weather at a Glance
October is Hoi An's wettest month: 530mm of rain (compare: London's annual rainfall is 600mm) across 15 days. Hoi An Old Town floods 1-2 times most years, with water knee-deep in streets. Locals navigate by sampan boats. Typhoon risk peaks late October. Despite this, weather is cooler (28°C) and tailors are empty + responsive.
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Travel Advice
**General travelers should avoid.** Value-seekers + digital nomads + extended-stay artists can find $50-100/night boutiques (40-60% off). Bring heavy waterproof gear: raincoat, waterproof bag, quick-dry sandals, spare clothes. Focus exclusively on indoor: tailoring, cooking class, spa, cafes. Watch weather forecasts — if a typhoon is forecast, defer travel.
Flying In from Overseas
Direct DAD flights $250-450 (cheapest of year). Some Korean digital nomads + Western backpackers visit for value. Western tourists almost zero.
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Pricing Trends
Anantara Hoi An $200-350/night, boutique $70-140/night, hostels $7-20/night. Four Seasons The Nam Hai $500-900/night. Monthly long-stay rentals $300-500.
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
15
530mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
high
UV Index
6
High
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
27°C
swimming dangerous
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
31°C
Nighttime
23°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels 40-60% off peak rates
- Almost no crowds
- Tailors empty + take time for quality
- 28°C cool relief from summer
Cons
- **530mm rain — Hoi An's wettest month**
- **Hoi An flooding common (knee-deep water in Old Town)**
- Typhoon risk peak
- Most outdoor activities affected
October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Events & Festivals
- **Peak monsoon + typhoon season**
- Hoi An flooding 1-2 times common
Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) — Full Picture
**Wettest month — 530mm rain + Hoi An typically floods 1-2 times. Hotels at lowest rates. Only visit if you're flexible + value-driven.**
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cooler + very wet — long sleeves + heavy waterproof everything.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
30°C
23°C
4.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
33.7°C
25.3°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current28.3°C
22.3°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
25.3°C
19.7°C
7.7/mo
Hoi An Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25° | 19° | 8d·100mm | 5h | 82% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 26° | 20° | 4d·30mm | 6h | 80% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (Peak Dry Season) (Best) | 28° | 21° | 4d·25mm | 7h | 80% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 23° | 4d·30mm | 8h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 5d·50mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 26° | 7d·80mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 25° | 8d·90mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·130mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·250mm | 6h | 82% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 28° | 22° | 15d·530mm | 5h | 85% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 26° | 21° | 13d·360mm | 5h | 84% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 25° | 20° | 11d·220mm | 5h | 82% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) a good time to visit Hoi An?
Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) averages 530mm of rainfall over about 15 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
Cooler + very wet — long sleeves + heavy waterproof everything.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 17:30, with 11h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hoi An in October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid)?
In October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid), Hoi An is great for Indoor tailoring + multi-fittings, Cooking class at Red Bridge, Spa days + cafes.
Is October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) peak season in Hoi An?
Hoi An October (Peak Monsoon — Avoid) crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.