Da Lat weather, month by month

Below is a month-by-month breakdown: temperature in °C and °F, rainfall in millimetres, the number of rainy days, and what each month is good for.

Sources: climate-data.org, climatestotravel.com and the NCHMF of Vietnam, 2025–2026.

Da Lat's climate — why it's always cool

Đà Lạt sits in Vietnam's Central Highlands, in Lâm Đồng province, at 1,500 m (4,900 ft) above sea level. That gives it a subtropical highland climate — 10–15 °C cooler than the coast. While Nha Trang is baking at 34 °C (93 °F) in humid heat, Da Lat is a breezy 24 °C (75 °F).

The French built summer villas here in the early 20th century for a reason. Locals still call it "Vietnam's Switzerland" and the "city of eternal spring." Flowers bloom twelve months a year, and the town collects around 1,750 mm of rain annually — well over double what London gets.

The year splits into two seasons plus two shoulder months:

• Dry season (December–March): clear skies, 15–50 mm of rain a month, nights down to 13 °C (55 °F)
• Rainy season (May–October): afternoon downpours, fog, lush greenery, up to 280 mm a month
• Shoulder months: April (storms build up) and November (rain eases off)

Humidity stays at 80–90% all year. Because of it, 13 °C (55 °F) feels several degrees colder. Fog is normal in Da Lat: it wraps the town on winter mornings and can hang around all day in the wet season.

Then there's the day-to-night swing. It can be 25 °C (77 °F) in the afternoon and 13 °C (55 °F) by midnight — a 10–13 degree drop in a few hours. Travellers used to the steady heat of the coast are often caught off guard.

For the city itself — sights, prices and how to get around — see our full Da Lat guide.

Da Lat weather month by month — the table

In winter (December–March) it's 22–26 °C (72–79 °F) by day with 15–50 mm of rain. In summer (May–October) it's slightly cooler, 23–25 °C (73–77 °F), but far wetter: September brings around 280 mm over 24 rainy days.

There's no sea in Da Lat. The nearest beach is Nha Trang or Cam Ranh, 3–4 hours away by bus. Want both mountains and coast? Combine them: a couple of days in Da Lat, then down to the shore.

Dry season in Da Lat — December to March

The four best months. Rain is minimal: 15–50 mm a month. Skies are clear, the air is crisp. Days are 22–26 °C (72–79 °F), nights 13–15 °C (55–59 °F). You'll want a jacket.

January

One of the coolest months: 24 °C (75 °F) by day, 13 °C (55 °F) at night. Just 15 mm of rain over 2 rainy days. A great time for hill walks, the Datanla and Pongour waterfalls, and the coffee plantations.

Evenings bring a light fog over the town. It looks lovely, but don't head out without a warm layer: the day-to-night swing is around 12 degrees. January is high season, so hotels cost more — book 2–3 weeks ahead. A guesthouse runs 400,000–600,000 VND (~$16–24) a night; a boutique hotel with breakfast starts around 1,200,000 VND (~$48).

February

The driest month: 15 mm of rain over just 2 rainy days. Slightly warmer than January at 25 °C (77 °F) by day, 14 °C (57 °F) at night.

💬 "When the rest of Vietnam is hot and sticky, Da Lat has this cool, spring-like climate — it's a real relief to just walk around." — traveller review, Tripadvisor, 2025

If you want Da Lat at its best, aim for February. Clean air, visibility to the horizon, warm cloudless days. Vietnamese couples come here for wedding shoots in the flower gardens — which tells you plenty.

March

Up to 26 °C (79 °F) by day — warm, not hot. Rain climbs to about 50 mm over 5 rainy days. Toward month's end showers get more frequent, but they're short afternoon storms, not all-day rain.

A good month for activities: trekking to Pongour falls, canyoning, cycling around the Lang Biang valley. Mountain sun is deceptive — you can burn at 24 °C (75 °F), because UV is 15–20% stronger at 1,500 m than at the coast. Bring sunscreen.

By late March humidity rises and the air feels heavier. If you don't handle mugginess well, come in the first half of the month. Accommodation is already cheaper than in January–February.

December

The coolest month: 23 °C (73 °F) by day, 13 °C (55 °F) at night. Rain is low — 30 mm over 5 rainy days. December kicks off the dry season.

December is when the Da Lat Flower Festival (Lễ hội Hoa Đà Lạt) takes place. It's held every two years, and the next edition is December 2026. The whole city fills with flower installations, parades and photo spots on every corner. The weather plays along: cool, dry, clear skies.

The downside of December is the night cold. 13 °C (55 °F) at 85% humidity feels colder still, and hotels without heating will disappoint. If you're coming for the Flower Festival, book at least a month ahead: December 2026 rates will jump 40–60% as Vietnamese travellers from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi pour in.

Rainy season in Da Lat — May to October

Six months of monsoon. It sounds worse than it is: the downpours come almost on schedule, in the afternoon, roughly 2–5 pm. Mornings are usually clear and sunny — that's 4–5 good hours for sightseeing before noon. Days are 23–25 °C (73–77 °F), nights 15–16 °C (59–61 °F).

Unlike the coast, Da Lat has no draining heat. The mugginess that makes summer walking rough in Ho Chi Minh City or Nha Trang doesn't reach up here.

May — the monsoon begins

The switch is abrupt: from March's 50 mm straight to 190 mm, over 16 rainy days out of 31. Rain becomes the norm. Days hit 25 °C (77 °F), one of the warmer months. Storms are strong but predictable: walk in the morning, be back at the hotel by 1–2 pm.

Rooms get cheaper in May. Something that cost 600,000 VND (~$24) in February can go for 350,000–400,000 VND (~$14–16) now.

June to August

Steadily wet: 215–250 mm a month over 20–23 rainy days. Days are 23–24 °C (73–75 °F), cooler than spring.

A typical day: sunny morning → clouds by noon → a 1–2 hour downpour around 2–3 pm → skies clearing by evening. Enough time to both explore and wait it out. Always carry an umbrella or rain jacket.

July and August are the two wettest of this stretch, but temperatures stay pleasant. The upside: the waterfalls around Da Lat are at full force. Datanla, Pongour and Elephant Falls roar loud enough to hear from a kilometre off.

September — peak rain

About 280 mm over 24 rainy days. That's rain on most days of the month. Need reliably dry weather? Skip September.

For scale: September gets about 280 mm, February 15 mm — nearly twenty times more.

October — fog season

Rain eases off (240 mm over 19 rainy days), but October is the month for "cloud hunting." Thick fog fills the valleys around Da Lat, and from a high vantage point it looks like a sea of clouds. Photographers come here specifically for the shot.

Where to chase clouds: Đồi Chè Cầu Đất hill (tea plantations, 25 km from the centre), Lang Biang peak (12 km, 2,167 m / 7,110 ft) and the Đèo Mimosa pass (on the road to Nha Trang). Set out for sunrise, around 5:30–6 am. The fog usually lifts by 8 am.

Why come in the rainy season anyway:

• Waterfalls at their most powerful
• The town buried in greenery
• Few tourists, no queues
• Hotels 30–50% cheaper: a guesthouse from 200,000 VND (~$8) instead of 350,000 VND (~$14) in high season

Shoulder months — April and November

April

The warmest month: 26 °C (79 °F) by day, 16 °C (61 °F) at night. Rain is already serious — 160 mm over 11 rainy days. By late April strong afternoon thunderstorms with lightning kick in.

April sits between seasons. Spring-sunny in the morning, monsoon-tinged by evening. Early in the month it's mostly dry; by the end it's nearly a full rainy season.

On the plus side, April is when wild sunflowers (hoa dã quỳ) bloom on the slopes around Da Lat — yellow fields against green hills. Peak bloom is the first two weeks.

November

The reverse handover. Rain fades but still happens: 85 mm over 8 rainy days. Days are 22 °C (72 °F), nights 14 °C (57 °F).

Good for anyone who'd rather not jostle with the December–February crowds. Prices are still low-season, the weather is already decent. One caveat: November is typhoon time on the coast, which can mean flight delays and road closures. The mountains suffer less, but keep an eye on the forecast.

💬 "It sometimes warmed up to 27 °C, but more often it was 22–23 °C, and at night it dropped to around 17." — traveller review, Tripadvisor, on November in Da Lat

November is a lottery. You might land a nearly rain-free week, or three days of drizzle in a row. The odds are on your side, though: of 30 days, 8 are wet and 22 are dry.

For a day or two from Nha Trang, November works. For a full holiday, it's better to wait for December.

Best time to visit Da Lat

The best time is December–March. Minimal rain, 22–26 °C (72–79 °F) by day, clear skies.

Da Lat + coast: in December–March the weather on the Nha Trang coast is also good. 140 km, 3–4 hours by bus — you can combine mountains and sea in one trip.

In the rainy season (May–October) the logic flips: the coast is hot and dry while the mountains pour. Plan it as "coast plus mountains." Check the weather in Nha Trang and Cam Ranh, both 3–4 hours from Da Lat.

Vietnam's weather varies wildly by region — coast, south and highlands all run on different schedules. There's more in our guide to Vietnam weather month by month.

What to pack for Da Lat

Da Lat isn't typical Vietnam. The shorts and flip-flops that get you through Nha Trang won't cut it here. 13 °C (55 °F) at night, at 85% humidity, feels colder.

Every third visitor ends up buying a warm top on the spot. At the night market (Chợ Đêm Đà Lạt) you can find a jacket for 200,000–400,000 VND (~$8–16). Don't count on it, though: sizes run Vietnamese and choice is limited.

About hotels: in budget guesthouses the air-con only does cold, and there's no heating. In December–January a room can sit at 14–15 °C (57–59 °F) at night. When booking, check for a heater or at least a warm blanket.

FAQ

What's the weather like in Da Lat in March?

Warm: 26 °C (79 °F) by day, 15 °C (59 °F) at night. Around 50 mm of rain over 5 rainy days — mostly short afternoon storms, with sunny mornings. It's the last quiet month before the rains, and a great time for trekking and the coffee plantations.

When is the rainy season in Da Lat?

May to October. The peak is September: about 280 mm over 24 rainy days. Showers usually come in the afternoon (around 2–5 pm), while mornings stay clearer. April and November are shoulder months.

Does it get cold in Da Lat?

It does. Nights in December–January hit 13 °C (55 °F), and at 80–90% humidity it feels colder. Days are fine, 22–24 °C (72–75 °F). Da Lat is the one place in Vietnam where travellers actually feel chilly — a jacket or fleece is a must.

Do I need a jacket in Da Lat?

Yes, year-round. Even in April (26 °C / 79 °F by day) the night falls to 16 °C (61 °F). In December–January nights sit near 13 °C (55 °F). Best to bring your own, but you can buy one at the night market for 200,000–400,000 VND (~$8–16).

Can I visit Da Lat in the rainy season?

You can. The waterfalls are at full force, the greenery is lush, crowds are thin and hotels drop 30–50%. Rain is mostly in the afternoon, leaving mornings free for sightseeing. The one exception: in September it rains most days, so that month is best skipped.

What's the rainiest month in Da Lat?

September: about 280 mm over 24 rainy days. Next come August (250 mm) and October (240 mm). The driest are January and February, with just 15 mm each and only 2 rainy days.

When is the Da Lat Flower Festival?

Every two years, in December. The next edition is December 2026. Flower installations, parades and shows fill the city, and the weather is excellent: 22 °C (72 °F), barely any rain, clear skies.

Prices current as of July 2026. Prices and conditions can change — double-check before you travel.