November · Vietnam
Best time to visit Phong Nha in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Phong Nha in November
Average temperature 22°C, 289 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
3.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 289 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Phong Nha scores 3.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 289 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Phong Nha anchors the world's largest cave country with Son Doong expeditions and river cave boats. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
November in Phong Nha — the hardest end of the year
Trail conditions at 22°C (72°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in November; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 289 mm: only about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Phong Nha — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Phong Nha in November?
- In November, Phong Nha averages 22°C, 289 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Phong Nha?
- November earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Phong Nha in November?
- Expect about 289 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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