February · Vietnam
Best time to visit Hanoi in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hanoi in February
Average temperature 18°C, 81 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Hanoi scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Old Quarter alleys, lake walks, and street-noodle mornings peak January through March.
February in Hanoi — workable with trade-offs
February averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 81 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? November scores 2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hanoi in February?
- In February, Hanoi averages 18°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Hanoi?
- February earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hanoi in February?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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