Ha Long Bay summer cruises
Summer, though storms can cancel sailings
Warm water for kayaking and swimming. Pack swimwear and a cover-up, and keep a flexible day in case of storm cancellations.
Highs34°C (93°F)
Lows27°C (81°F)
Rainy days~16
Daylight13 h
CrowdsBusy
July averages for Hanoi (Láng). Source
July is peak domestic holiday season — hot, humid and rainy in the north and south, great beach weather in the centre. Quick-dry clothes, sandals and swimwear.
☀️ By day
Quick-dry clothes and a poncho for storms.
🌙 Evening
Breathable and rain-ready.
What's on in July
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Rainy season in the north and south
May to October
Heavy afternoon downpours. Wear waterproof sandals and avoid suede and canvas.
July packing essentials
Your July outfit list
- Quick-dry dressRayon long kurtiShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable topsShop Amazon ↗
- Packable rain jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- SwimwearFull-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Quick-dry shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Lightweight trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Packable rain jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Waterproof sandalsShop Amazon ↗
Also pack
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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.