Hoi An · Vietnam
December
Christmas Hoi An is genuinely magical — lanterns and festive lights, though rain is still frequent.
Strong option
#4 of 12 months
There are better months for Hoi An — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
24°C
Low
18°C
Rain
193mm
Sun
5.3hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How December scores in Hoi An
Weather
Above average
Value
Very good
Crowds
Good
Events
Excellent
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in December
- ↑December Full Moon Lantern Festival combined with Christmas decorations: the Ancient Town is at its most atmospheric
- ↑Temperatures cooling to 24°C — the most comfortable walking conditions since April
- ↑Visitor numbers moderate: not the chaos of July, and the rain keeps casual tourists away — those who come tend to be intentional
What you sacrifice
- ↓193mm of rain is still significant — beach days at An Bang are unreliable and some rural cycling routes remain waterlogged
- ↓Humidity at 87%: the cool temperatures feel damp rather than refreshing
- ↓Christmas week prices spike for river-view and Old Town hotels; book 6–8 weeks ahead for the best guesthouses
How December compares to February (best month)
| Factor | December | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 5 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 7 |
| Crowds | 6 | 6 |
December in other destinations
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Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Hoi An, not across destinations. Methodology →