December 3 is generally a great time to visit Sapa. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Sapa right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Sapa
Currency
VND
₫ Vietnamese đồng
Language
Vietnamese
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.786
Sapa Weather Forecast for December 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.9°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sapa in December
Based on historical data for December 3, Sapa typically experiences temperatures between 10.1°C and 15.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sapa
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
69%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1019.3 hPa
Low volatility
Sapa Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 91% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Vietnam
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~265
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sapa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:30
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
17:21
⏱️ Daylight
10h 51m
Wind Speed
5.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
88%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sapa
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Unhealthy for sensitive groups. Consider wearing a mask outdoors.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sapa on December 3 averages 15.9°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 86/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sapa Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 8
14.9°C • 26% rain
Score
93
December 9
14.9°C • 27% rain
Score
93
November 28
17°C • 22% rain
Score
92
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📍 Is Sapa Worth Visiting on December 3?
Planning a trip to Sapa on December 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.9°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 265 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for Vietnam, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.8°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 5.5°C in 2019.