Hanoi in October
Dry, mild and clear: October is the month the city seems designed for, and it is priced accordingly.
Is October a good time to visit Hanoi?
October is one of the busiest months in Hanoi, at about 82/100. If you can move your dates, June is far calmer.
What’s on in October
- Autumn — the season Hanoians themselves name as the best
Best days in October
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in October
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in October
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How October compares
Every month in Hanoi, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Hanoi?
October is one of the busiest months in Hanoi, at about 82/100. If you can move your dates, June is far calmer.
How crowded is Hanoi in October?
Hanoi sits at roughly 82/100 in October on our crowd scale, which is 19 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is June.
What is the weather like in Hanoi in October?
Expect highs around 29°C and lows near 23°C in October, with about 9 wet days across the month.