Haiphong Weather in April

April feels warm and damp

April brings warm days and mild evenings to Haiphong. The high reaches 28°C, and humidity is high, so walking around the old quarter can feel sticky by midday. Rain falls on 11 days, but showers don't usually rule out a whole day.

It's a good month for Du Hang Pagoda, the Opera House and a meal of bánh đa cua, Haiphong's crab noodle soup. Cat Ba's trails are still an option, though cloud and showers can blur the views. Save long, exposed walks for clearer spells, and don't count on much sunshine for a beach day.

Holidays and crowds

April can bring the Hung Kings' Festival, a major Vietnamese holiday whose date follows the lunar calendar. Reunification Day and Labor Day at the end of the month can also draw local travellers, especially towards Cat Ba. Expect busier ferries and higher room rates around these breaks.

Outside holiday periods, April is usually calmer and better value than the summer peak. It's warmer and wetter than March, but May brings much heavier rain. If you hate crowds, visit Cat Ba on an ordinary weekday rather than during the late-April holiday stretch.

Make your Cat Ba trip smoother

For Cat Ba, head to Got ferry terminal and take the crossing to Cai Vieng. Holiday traffic can make reaching the terminal slower, so allow extra time for the road journey. If rain interrupts your plans, stay in Haiphong and explore its food scene instead; bánh đa cua makes a particularly local lunch.

April suits a mixed city-and-island visit, as long as you're flexible about hiking and beach weather. The cooler, drier months from December to February are more comfortable for sightseeing, but April gives you warmer days without May's heavier rain.