Peak in August
Coolest in January
Heavy in June
Peak in dry season
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Essential Travel Info for Sapa
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Vietnamese
Driving
Right side
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High Safety
GPI: 1.786
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Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 22.3364° N, 103.8438° E
Open in Google MapsSapa is a prominent destination in Vietnam.
Located at 22.34°N latitude,Sapa experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, August is the warmest month (avg. 24°C), while January is the coolest. June sees the most rain (82% chance), making December the driest month.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)February, November, December
Best months to visit
20°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Sapa receives approximately 1,735mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
20.9°
2024 Avg
20.1°
2040 Proj
20.5°
+-0.29°C
per decade (observed)
+0.28°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Sapa has warmed by +-0.9°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.281°C/decade), for a total of +-0.4°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Vietnam.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Vietnam.
Japanese Encephalitis
Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Vietnam take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasRural areas only; rare cases in the Mekong and Red River DeltasNone in the cities of Da Nang, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Nha Trang, and Quy NhonDrug resistanceChloroquine and mefloquineSpeciesP. vivax(55%)P. falciparum(44%)P. knowlesi,6P. malariae, andP. ovale(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisProvinces of Bình Dương, Bình Phước, Đắk Lắk, Đắk Nông, Gia Lai, Khánh Hòa, Kon Tum, Lâm Đồng, Ninh Thuận, Tây Ninh: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission (except Mekong and Red River Deltas): Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Mekong and Red River Deltas: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
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View Complete Health GuideSapa Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 27% | Neutral |
| February | 16°C | 30% | 😊 Pleasant |
| March | 20°C | 35% | Neutral |
| April | 23°C | 47% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| May | 24°C | 63% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| June | 24°C | 82% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| July | 24°C | 80% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| August | 24°C | 79% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| September | 23°C | 61% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| October | 20°C | 42% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| November | 18°C | 28% | 😊 Pleasant |
| December | 15°C | 23% | 😊 Pleasant |
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Sapa Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Sapa?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, February, November, December are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Sapa?
August is historically the hottest month in Sapa with average highs of 24°C.
When does it rain the most in Sapa?
June typically sees the highest probability of rain (82%).
Is Sapa expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.