December · Vietnam
Best time to visit Hoi An in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hoi An in December
Average temperature 23°C, 408 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 408 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Hoi An scores 4.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 408 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hoi An's Ancient Town is a trading port preserved in timber-framed houses, assembly halls, and the Japanese Covered Bridge over the Thu Bon River.
December in Hoi An — the hardest end of the year
December averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
408 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 4.1/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hoi An in December?
- In December, Hoi An averages 23°C, 408 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Hoi An?
- December earns a 4.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hoi An in December?
- Expect about 408 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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