Sa Pa weather and climate in 2024
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Overview
Sa Pa weather and climate in 2024
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
13 °C
Night
7 °C
Precipitation
28 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
83 %
Day
13 °C
Night
7 °C
Precipitation
28 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
83 %
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Weather overview
Sa Pa (Vietnam) in general has a hot climate. The day temperatures range from 13 °C (55 °F) in January to 25 °C (77 °F) in August. Temperatures during the night go from 7 °C (45 °F) in January to 19 °C (66 °F) in July. The driest month is December with just 4 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is July with 22 days of rain.
January weather
There is pending tourist season in Sa Pa. The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 13 °C (55 °F), and the minimum of the night temperature is observable as well in this month. The rainfall amount starts to rise, with its value being 28 mm (1.12 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, with its value of 3 hours.
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F) in Sa Pa, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too, with its value being 9 °C (47 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 6 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 48 mm (1.90 in). The tourist season is taking place. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value being 4 hours.
March weather
The tourist season continues in March in Sa Pa. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value being 8 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 66 mm (2.59 in). The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 18 °C (65 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 11 °C (53 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 4 hours.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 22 °C (71 °F) in Sa Pa, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 14 °C (58 °F). The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 143 mm (5.61 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed too, the value of this measure is 13 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month. The wind speed is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 2.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month in Sa Pa, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, its value is 17 °C (62 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 17 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value of 240 mm (9.43 in). The wet season slowly starts in May. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, with its value of 6 hours.
June weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 25 °C (77 °F) in Sa Pa, and the night temperature continues to rise too. There is pending wet season in June. The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 19 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 280 mm (11.03 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in June.
July weather
The wet season continues in Sa Pa. The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 22 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed as well in this month. The night temperature reaches its maximum in this month.
August weather
The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 25 °C (77 °F) in Sa Pa. The ongoing wet season is noticeable. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 21 days, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too in August. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, the value of this measure is 2. The maximum of the humidity can be noticed, the value of this measure is 84 %.
September weather
The wet season continues in Sa Pa. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 17 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 240 mm (9.46 in). The day temperature starts to descent, with its value being 24 °C (74 °F), and the night temperature descent's start could be observed too, with its value being 17 °C (63 °F).
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 21 °C (70 °F) in Sa Pa, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 15 °C (58 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 127 mm (5.00 in), and the number of rainy days continues to descent too, with its value being 13 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, with its value being 4 hours.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 18 °C (64 °F) in Sa Pa, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 11 °C (52 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 8 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, its value is 24 mm (0.96 in). The tourist season is at its beginning this month. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 4 hours.
December weather
The tourist season continues in Sa Pa, and the dry season is taking place too. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 14 °C (58 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, its value is 8 °C (46 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 4 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount is observable as well, with its value of 10 mm (0.41 in).
FAQs
What is the air temperature in January in Sa Pa at night?
The average night temperature in Sa Pa in January is 7 °C (45 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Is February part of the dry season in Sa Pa?
Yes, there is a dry season in February in Sa Pa with just 6 days during the month being rainy.
Is March a good month to visit Sa Pa?
March is one of the best months to visit Sa Pa. You can expect just 8 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 18 °C (65 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 11 °C (53 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How windy is it in Sa Pa in April?
An average wind scale that can be expected in April in Sa Pa is 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
Is there a wet season in Sa Pa in May?
Yes, in Sa Pa in May there is a wet season with 17 days, when there is rain in a month.
Is it hot in July in Sa Pa?
In Sa Pa in July, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the humidity in September in Sa Pa?
In Sa Pa in September, expect humidity around 83 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How many sunny hours can I expect in October in Sa Pa?
There is an average length of sunshine of 4 hours per day in Sa Pa in October.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in November in Sa Pa?
In Sa Pa in November, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.8 days of the week, or in general - 25 % days.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Sa Pa in December?
In Sa Pa in December, the average daily temperatures will be 14 °C (58 °F). Don't forget a sweater and light or normal jacket, but also pack light clothing in case the temperatures are above average. The weather at this time can be somewhat changeable and a wide range of clothing can become handy.