Travel

#Trip Planning

Weather in Halong Bay:

Halong Bay belongs to the Northern Patterns of Vietnam so it is generally cooler than the Southern of the country. It experiences two main distinct seasons.

In winter months, the weather gets colder and colder from November to March and considerably warmer in April (a leap into summer). This is also time to observe much cloud and frequent drizzle. The average winter temperature is 17.2°C (62.9°F). Particularly, deep inside bay is often colder; temperature may keep below 10°C (50°F) for long period.

In the summer (from May to October), the whole region is quite hot. Temperature may rise to 37°C (98.6 °F) in the peaks of June and July. Halong City enjoys equitable weather with high average humidity (80%) all year round though they may occasionally be subjected to typhoons and heavy rain in late summers (September to November). The distinct features: pleasant spring (typically March-April) and autumn (October-December), a chilly winter (December- February) and a hot summer (June – July).

2. Best Time to Travel

It is possible to visit Ha Long Bay year-round, with the best time to visit from October through April, although during the winter months of December, January and February, the weather can be cool and overcast with low visibility. During the summer months from May to September, temperatures rise and storms are more likely during the rainy season.

Halong Bay Four Seasons:

Spring: February to April: Temperature

17°C – Misty with drizzle

Summer: May to July: Temperature

28°C – Clear blue sky with occasionally pouring rain

Autumn: August to October: Temperature

25°C – Partly cloudy, partly windy, high chance of storm

Winter: November to February: Temperature

14°C – Cloudy, cool and rainy

3. How to Wear

It is highly recommended that you check the weather forecast before packing up, some tips are:

The hot season is from May to September with the temperature is 25 – 35 degree: Shorts and skirts and short sleeve shirts

The cold season in Halong Bay is from October to April and the temperature is 10 – 15 degree: Sweaters, jumper, light jacket, scarf

During kayaking/swimming: Swimming suits, sun block, hat, anti-insect repellent, sunglasses

During visiting the cave and grottoes, visiting fishing village: Walking shoes, crocs shoes, scandals, comfortable clothes

4. Cancellation Due To Bad Weather

Without prior notice, the cruise trip could be postponed, shortened or canceled due to unexpected bad weather, including Storm/ Typhoon (summer), Foggy days (winter), Monsoon (winter). The cruise operation is out of Dragon s Pearl Junk s control so we suggest that Guests should check the Weather Forecast at least 1 day before the cruise for better preparation of backup plan.

There are 3 situations we mentioned below as most popular occurrence:

4.1. Cancellation news is confirmed 1 day before the cruise (Refund is made in full)

Dragon s Pearl Junks will keep contact with Guests to confirm the cancellation news, and then Guests could choose the next availability to cruise or plan for any alternative options such as Hanoi City tour, Hoa Lu- Tam Coc / Trang An ( Ninh Binh), Cooking class, Perfume Pagoda tour, Mai Chau,

4.2. Cancellation news is confirmed after Guests arrive at Halong Bay. Dragon s Pearl Junks will serve lunch and transfer Guests back to Hanoi. (refund will based on service that has been delivered to you)

Options are: Get back to Hanoi and enjoy other alternative tours: Sapa, Hanoi, Ninh Binh…

4.3. Cancellation news is confirmed during your staying on Dragon s Pearl Junk s boat (refund will based on service that has been delivered to you)

If the weather is expected to be better on the next day and you are on the first day of the trip, you could stay one night in hotel (Halong city) then continue your cruise on the next day

If the weather is too bad, Dragon s Pearl Junks arrange the transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi and you choose yourself other alternative options.

Dragon’s Pearl Junks Halong Bay Vietnam – “Longer Stay, More Overnights, Night Touring”