Hùng Kings' Temple Festival
Tenth day of the third lunar month, usually April
A national holiday and pilgrimage to Phú Thọ. Wear modest clothing for the temples.
Highs29°C (84°F)
Lows22°C (72°F)
Rainy days~14
Daylight12.5 h
CrowdsBusy
April averages for Hanoi (Láng). Source
April is warm and pleasant in the north and very hot in the south. One of the best months overall. Breathable clothes, sun protection and a light layer.
☀️ By day
T-shirt, light trousers and breathable sneakers.
🌙 Evening
Light clothes as the humidity returns.
What's on in April
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Reunification Day and Labour Day
April 30 – May 1
A double holiday when the whole country travels. Beaches and trains are packed, so book early.
April packing essentials
Your April outfit list
- Cotton midi dressCotton kurta with palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable topsShop Amazon ↗
- Light cardiganShop Amazon ↗
- Walking sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight trousersShop Amazon ↗
- ShortsShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable teesShop Amazon ↗
- Walking sandals or sneakersShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees at pagodas, temples and Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum (strictly enforced there).
- Remove shoes before entering homes and some temples.
- Beachwear stays at the beach; dress casually-modest in towns.