End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Da Nang in December
Da Nang cools off: highs slip to 77°F (25°C), from 81°F in November, with lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 9.8 in (249 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 45/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 77°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 9.8 in (249 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What December feels like
Highs settle around 77°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 69°F (21°C).
Humidity averages 87%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.8 in (249 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 82%.
Plan around December
December sits mid-table; the best months are February & March.
- Shortest days of the year, about 11 h 03 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (47 → 45/100).
- Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 77°F
- Quick-dry fabrics87% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Da Nang in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Museum of Cham Sculpture
Largest collection of Cham sandstone carvings from My Son and other temple sites.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.8 in of rain.
Han Market
Two-floor downtown market for dried seafood, fruit and snack stalls.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.8 in of rain.
Linh Ung Pagoda
Son Tra Peninsula pagoda with a 67-meter Lady Buddha statue facing the bay.
Cộng Cà Phê
Retro-style café chain; the coconut coffee is the signature order.
Why now Easy to slot in when December's rain moves in.
Mì Quảng 1A
Long-running shop devoted to mì Quảng, turmeric noodles with shrimp, pork and peanuts.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter December days.
Nearby in December
- Hoi An in December~15 mi · highs 77°F, 9.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hue in December~49 mi · highs 76°F, 8.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~156 m to Da Nang's ~9 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Da Nang in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Da Nang?
It's middling, scoring 45/100. The best months are February & March, at up to 78. Expect highs of 77°F (25°C) and 9.8 in (249 mm) of rain. Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Da Nang in December?
Average highs are 77°F (25°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Da Nang in December?
Yes: about 9.8 in (249 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 87.0 in (2209 mm).
What should I pack for Da Nang in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 77°F), quick-dry fabrics (87% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Da Nang in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.