Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Hoi An in August
Little changes in Hoi An from July: highs stay near 90°F (32°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 42/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 6.6 in (167 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 79%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.6 in (167 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are February & March.
- Comfort slips from 51/100 in July to 42/100.
- Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes90°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hoi An in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Hoi An Central Market
Riverside market with a food hall serving cao lầu and mì Quảng.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Morning Glory Restaurant
Old-town restaurant serving Hoi An street dishes like white rose dumplings in a sit-down setting.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 90°F.
An Bang Beach
Relaxed beach with seafood shacks and loungers 4 km from town.
Why now Best first thing, before the 90°F afternoon heat.
My Son Sanctuary
UNESCO-listed Cham temple ruins in a jungle valley, an hour inland.
Reaching Out Tea House
Silent teahouse staffed by speech- and hearing-impaired staff; order with wooden blocks.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in August
- Da Nang in August~15 mi · highs 90°F, 6.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hue in August~64 mi · highs 90°F, 6.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~156 m to Hoi An's ~7 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.
Hoi An in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Hoi An?
It's middling, scoring 42/100. The best months are February & March, at up to 79. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain. Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hoi An in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hoi An in August?
Yes: about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 87.0 in (2209 mm).
What should I pack for Hoi An in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (90°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
Planning Hoi An in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.