Hoi An Weather in October

October: rain shapes the day

October is hot, very humid and often rainy. Showers can last, and the sky is frequently cloudy, so beach time at An Bang may be a washout. Hoi An gets 693 mm of rain across 25 days on average, making October its wettest month in this data. The Thu Bon River can rise and flood parts of the Ancient Town, so plans may change quickly.

You can still enjoy the covered Japanese Covered Bridge, tailor shops and cafés between showers. But skip long bike rides through low-lying countryside when water is rising, and don't count on dry afternoons for sightseeing. September is hotter and less rainy; November is cooler and also drier.

Quieter streets, softer rates

October is part of Hoi An's rainy low season. You'll usually find fewer visitors than in the dry months of February and March, and accommodation prices are often lower. Some days, wet weather keeps the Ancient Town quiet; when it floods, though, walking around can be awkward.

If you hate crowds, October can suit you, as long as you're flexible about plans. Vietnamese Women's Day falls on October 20, with local celebrations, though it isn't a major festival for visitors. Hoi An's lantern-lit full-moon night follows the lunar calendar, so it may fall in October, but not every year.

Make room for changing plans

Travelling with kids? Keep a rainy-day stop in mind, such as the Hoi An Museum of Folk Culture, rather than planning a full day outdoors. If you're staying near the river, ask your hotel about flood access before heading out.

For a practical local tip, check the water around An Hoi Bridge before walking into the Ancient Town. If streets are flooded, use the higher route along Tran Phu Street and ask a nearby shopkeeper which lanes are passable. A bowl of cao lầu, Hoi An's pork-and-noodle dish, makes a welcome break from the rain.