Best time to visit Can Tho

Can Tho weather is of tropical climate with two seasons: dry (December – April) and rainy (May – November). Each season has a unique beauty that makes Can Tho one of the most popular tourist destinations. Generally, the Can Tho weather is stable and pleasant; therefore, this is perfect for many tourism activities. The dry season lasts from December to April. Can Tho climate is generally tropical but fresh and comfortable, so it is the right time for outdoor activities such as  Can Tho cycling, motorbike, and boat tours.

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Can Tho weather in December

Although being the first month of the dry season, weather in December is quite cold, having an average minimum temperature of about 21.0°C (69.8°F).  The humidity of this month in Can Tho is about 81.2%. The rain falls for 3 days with an average rainfall of 9mm. You can enjoy the winter breeze and busy atmosphere of the city in the last month of the year.

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Can Tho Weather in December

Can Tho weather in January

Similar to December, January is another warm and cool month in Can Tho, with average temperature varying between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F). In January, the average relative humidity in Can Tho is 80%. There are nearly 2 days of rainfall with a total of 11 mm in this month. The weather is cool and crisp, so it is suitable for exploring nature and outdoor activities. Taking a stroll in the fresh morning of January is also ideal for relaxation. 

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Can Tho Weather in January

Can Tho weather in February

February in Can Tho is a tropical month having comfortable warm weathers with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F). The average relative humidity in February is 77.4% having 5 mm of rainfall over a day. February is also the prime for celebrating Lunar New Year – the most important holiday of the year. Can Tho city is full of stunning and gorgeous flowers on this occasion. 

Visiting Can Tho on Lunar New Year, visitors are of great chance to experience a different beauty of Can Tho. The floating market is full of spring flowers and  various tropical fruits. The annual flower street will open to visitors on Vo Van Tan – Nguyen Thai Hoc Street in Can Tho from January 21 to 29 to celebrate Lunar New Year 2021. Thus, the streets are bustling with people and the beauty of flowers.

However, on the first day of the Lunar New year, everything changes – more tranquil and quiet. Some stores, food stalls, restaurants might close on this day. 

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February is gorgeous with Tet

Can Tho weather in March

March is the first month of the spring, average temperature: 32.7°C (90.9°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).  March is of 3 days of rainfall over 11mm. 

With only two rainfall days, weather of March makes the most proper time for traveling. Also, March is the least humid month in Can Tho, with an average relative humidity of 76.2%. Besides, March is also the prime for traditional festivals like Southern Folk Cake Festival. 

 

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Southern folk cake festival in March

Can Tho weather in April

If you are looking for the warmest time to visit Can Tho, April is the most suitable. In April, weather is hot, with an average temperature ranging from between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 33.9°C (93°F) with 27mm of precipitation over 7 days. The average relative humidity in Can Tho is 78.1%. It makes April the best time for swimming and other water activities. April is the most active time of Can Tho travel.

 

 

 

 

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 Enjoy noodle soup in Can Tho floating market

The rainy season begins from May to November. Besides, there is annual flooding lasting from mid-August to October in Can Tho. This season is full of colorful tropical orchards that make May, June, and July ideal for those who want to taste Mekong fruit and explore farmers’ lives here. 

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Beautiful orange orchard in April

Can Tho weather in May

It is quite hot in May, the last month of the spring with temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 33°C (91.4°F). The average humidity of May is 83.2%. There is an average of 46mm of  rainfall over 10 days. This month has 124 hours of sun, so this weather is the best choice for sun lovers who love walking under the sun or watching sunrise and sunset.

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May is the time for watching sunsets

Can Tho weather in June

June is the first month of summer so it is very hot with the average temperature ranging from 23.9°C (75°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F). The average relative humidity in Can Tho, Vietnam, is 85.4%. This month receives 50mm of rainfall over 9 days. Therefore, June weather is ideal for going hiking, watching the sunrise on the floating markets, cycling, visiting fruit orchards,  and others.

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Cycling tour in Can Tho

Can Tho weather in July

Similar to June, temperature in July ranges from average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low of 23.9°C (75°F). Can Tho weather has the average low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). In July, the average relative humidity in Can Tho is 85.1%. This month receives with 42mm of rainfall over 7 days has some showers which comfort the hot and sultry days of this month.

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A corner of Can Tho after the rain

More importantly, the rising – water season of Can Tho starts from August to November. Visitors may meet some inconvenience to visit the city due to the rainfalls and flood, but it does not a big problem. They can explore a different view of Can Tho during the flooding season and enjoy many kinds of tropical fruit. Besides, September to November is the proper time to watch, snap stunning pictures of water lilies in the Mekong Delta.

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 Water lilies

Can Tho weather in August

August is the last month of the summer with an average temperature from min 24.4°C (75.9°F) and max 30.6°C (87.1°F). The average relative humidity in August is 85.6%. In general, the weather in August is wet and has 44mm of precipitation over 8 days.

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Ninh Kieu wharf in August

Can Tho weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn, in Can Tho, is still a tropical month, with average temperature fluctuating between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F). The average high-temperature is essentially the same as in August – a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F). The average relative humidity of September is 87.6%, with 52mm of rainfall over ten days. Thus, it is one of the most humid months in Can Tho.

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 A different beauty of the Floating market

Can Tho weather in October

October, like September, in Can Tho, Vietnam, is a moderately hot autumn month, with average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F). In Can Tho, the average relative humidity in October is 85.7%. The precipitation is about 68mm over 12 days.

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Weather in October

Can Tho weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn, in Can Tho, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°C (75.7°F) and an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F). The average relative humidity in November is 83.6%. The weather in this month is better because of having 41mm of precipitation over eight days.

November bustling with annual events: a flower garland contest, a light show, and a lantern festival to promote tourism. Tourists can enjoy beautiful lanterns with light effects on water and modern sound, and many traditional songs.

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Ninh Kieu flower garland and colored lantern festival with nice weather in November

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