More and more tourists annually instead of the advertised Europe choose an unknown and vibrant Asia. One of the countries that is just opening up to the world is the mysterious Vietnam. In December, the weather in this region is tolerant and affectionate in relation to travelers.
Geographic features
This amazing country is located in the southeastern part of Asia. The entire territory of the state is located along the South China Sea. The coastline is 1600 km. The land itself is part of the Indochina Peninsula. Almost the entire area is covered by mountains of low and medium height. In general, only 20% of the area is in the plains.
The country is located in the subequatorial
monsoon climate zone. Taking into account the length, the
weather in Vietnam in December at different sites in the same period can radically differ. The land is in the tropics. Significant precipitation, high humidity and many sunny days - this is how you can briefly describe the climatic indicators in this region.
The south of the country is closer to the equator. In this regard, the weather here is almost the same in different seasons. In general, in the winter the thermometer keeps at around 26-27 ° C, in the summer it rises to 28-29 degrees.
Fluctuations in numbers
At the same time, in the north, due to the monsoons that bring cold wind from China, the figures at different times of the year are different. Therefore, the temperature drops to + 15-20 ° C in the winter and rises to + 22-27 ° C in the summer days. Vietnam in December, January and February is especially cold.
Snow on this territory is very rare and lies mainly on the mountain peaks for several days. In the central regions, rains fall from September to January. East and north suffer from heavy rains, starting in May and ending in August. However, most precipitation falls in the hills.
It should be noted that over the past 50 years, the average air temperature in the state has increased by 0.5 degrees Celsius.
News from the North
In this part of the country, temperature indicators are lower than in other regions. Although it should be noted that the weather in January is characterized by lower numbers. Rains on this territory in December are extremely rare. Outdoor thermometers show + 15-20 ° C. In mountainous areas it is usually colder.
Of course, as in any corner of the world, the weather in Vietnam in December can be abnormal. Many tourists noted that they even set the indicator to +5 ° C. And, on the contrary, in other years the cool and cloudy north met groups of vacationers with a temperature of +35 ° C.
There is very little rainfall, but the closer to the coast, the more often it will rain. Such weather spoiled the mood for many tourists. It is not very convenient to enjoy the sights in wet clothes. Another minus is cold water. The sea warms up only to 18-20 degrees. The same temperature fluctuates in the air. Therefore, not every tourist dared to swim on a cloudy day.
Cultural routes
In general, guests of the country note that tours to Vietnam in December are a very good New Year's gift. But lingering in some northern city for a long time makes no sense. Moreover, in the capital Hanoi, the average temperature is kept at 18 ° C. At the same time, +20 ° C is usually recorded in coastal Halong. Whereas in a mountain town called Sapa, a thermometer usually shows no more than 10 ° C.
Experienced travelers recommend booking excursions in this region for a maximum of two days. During this time, you will have time to explore all the famous sights and buy souvenirs. And since the beaches in the north are not suitable for swimming, there is nothing more to do here. Therefore, those who like to soak up the sun do not recommend going to this part of the country in search of a warm sea.
However, northern Vietnam is very beautiful in December. The weather (there are positive reviews about this region) is strict, but at the same time it has its advantages. In particular, during this period you can easily get acquainted with the culture and traditions of this people. Having ordered a trip to one of the mountain villages, you will discover the wonderful world of Vietnamese rites. The only negative of such spiritual enrichment, tourists are sure, is the lack of a good choice of hotels and the cool weather on the peaks.
Journey to the Center
While the dry season prevails in the north and south, the middle part of the country in December is characterized by significant rainfall. The amount of precipitation is 320 mm, while in Hanoi it is 10-15 mm.
At the beginning of the month, showers are very strong. But every day their intensity decreases. Therefore, closer to January precipitation may stop altogether. The temperature indicators here are much higher, sometimes they reach + 20-25 ° C. Tourists note: if the end of the rainy season falls on November, then Central Vietnam is absolutely suitable for visitors in December. Weather (guest reviews about it are usually neutral) does not interfere with enjoying your vacation. The sea warms up to 23-24 ° C.
However, people complain about the instability of the climate: not every year it was possible to bask on the beaches. Often recorded on thermometers +11 ° C. The maximum indicator for the entire history of observations was +34 ° . Most guests visit this part of the country in December to familiarize themselves with the historical heritage.
Hot south
Although the weather contributes to the flow of foreigners, other factors scare visitors away. In particular, they do not like the very busy airports of cities: Nha Trang, Fukuoka, Ho Chi Minh City. Another unpleasant side of the holiday, tourists say, is the increase in prices in hotels.
South Vietnam in December is very warm and sunny. The swimming season in this part of the country is open regardless of the month. Therefore, many travelers dream of a vacation in this part of the country precisely in the winter. Especially a lot of people come here at the end of the year, before the holidays.
The beginning of winter in the south is the period of the end of rains. Precipitation here falls in the amount of 50 mm, which is very small. The nearest city to the center of the state, Nha Trang, is open for tourists from the second half of December. Although the temperature here is at around 22-28 ° C, the sea warms up to 25 degrees Celsius. At the same time, tourists note that there are storms in this area that pollute the beaches very much.
Paradise to relax
In general, guests say that Vietnam welcomes tourists well in December. Reviews of the more southern cities - Mui Ne and Fantiete - practically do not differ from the aforementioned Nha Trang. The temperature here is 1 degree higher. Vacationers also recommend visiting this region from the second half of the month, when it finally stops raining. Also, travelers note, there are much fewer storms.
Phu Quoc Island in 2008, people from around the world called the best place to stay. The number of rainy days here is small - a maximum of 6 days per month. The air heats up to + 22-29 ° C, and the sea - up to 28 degrees.
In Vietnam, there are many interesting and colorful monuments of culture and architecture. However, tourists come to this country for a unique clean energy and magnificent landscapes. A unique state is Vietnam. Holidays in December, weather and sea temperature at this time, compared with other months, are much worse, but have their advantages.
Climate change
Before you go on a trip, you should also familiarize yourself with the weather forecast, which is transmitted in the coming days. It does not hurt to get knowledge about what temperature indicators were in the country in November and January. This will help to understand the big picture.
Due to climate change and global warming, this region has been significantly affected. Vietnam is on the list of countries for which other weather conditions have become critical: droughts have increased on some lands, and other regions suffer from floods. However, these differences do not affect the tourist success that Vietnam has. In December or June - no matter - this country is still welcoming to travelers.