Mai Chau – a stunning mountainous province of Northern Vietnam, has become such a famous place for short trips or motorbike tours from Hanoi. In each season, Mai Chau carries a different beauty. So among 4 distinguish seasons of the year, which one is the best time to set foot on Mai Chau, Vietnam?
A description of the weather in Mai Chau, Vietnam
Located at the gateway of the Northwest region in Vietnam, at an altitude of 800 – 1000 meters above the sea level, the climate of Mai Chau is strongly influenced by the Northwest monsoon regime, bringing its own nuance of the mountainous tropical climate. During the summer, the number of hot hours is around 5 to 6 hours per day, and in the winter is approximately 3 to 4 hours. The annual average humidity is 82%. The moderate humidity in all seasons and fresh air by Northwestern mountains makes Mai Chau an ideal place to explore, relax and rest.
Mai Chau has a distinguish weather of the mountainous area
Mai Chau climate has two distinct seasons a year. The rainy season lasts from May to October, from July to September is when it rains the most. The dry season lasts from November of the previous year to April of next year with a dry climate, with foggy days and freezing drizzle. But overall, the weather in Mai Chau is mild and pleasant throughout the year, which is why Mai Chau attracts tourists all the time.
As mentioned above, Mai Chau is a perfect destination for a short motorbike trip from Hanoi. If you are an adventurous and curious traveler, who wants to seek the free and wild feeling among the astonishing nature of Vietnam, don’t be hesitate to pick up your backpack and join a memorable tour to Mai Chau.
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Mai Chau not only has a magnificent beauty but also has a favorable weather
If the weather in Mai Chau is so favorable, which time should you travel to Mai Chau? Here, Frontier Travel Vietnam would like to summarize some opinions of the experienced travelers to answer your question.
Traveling Mai Chau from November to February
The winter and spring in Mai Chau last from November, December of the previous year to January and February next year. That is when the temperature in Mai Chau is quite cold, an average of 16 degrees C. However, in this time, especially in January and February, which is the early spring you will admire the beautiful peach blossoms. From November to January, you can admire the white cabbage flower season.
The breathtaking white flowers blooming in Mai Chau
What could be more wonderful than being immersed in the vast field of flowers and checking in among the mountains of the Mai Chau forest? If traveling to Mai Chau at this time, you should bring a jacket and hat to keep warm.
Winter weather in Mai Chau is relatively refreshing, pleasant, not as cold as in places such as Sapa or Ha Giang. Traveling to Mai Chau at this time, you will certainly have a pleasurable time.
Traveling Mai Chau from June to August
These are the time that considered to be the beautiful and lively summer in Mai Chau. In the summer, the average temperature in Mai Chau is about 27.5 degrees Celsius, the highest is 31 degrees in the middle of the afternoon. At night, the temperature in Mai Chau is not too low, about 24 degrees. If traveling in this season, tourists should bring sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, umbrella and raincoat.
From June to August, Mai Chau has a refreshing temperature
In these months, the temperature and humidity are quite high, and it rains a lot during the summer months. However, although this is not the most beautiful season in Mai Chau it is the most peaceful season. You can leisurely cycle through the lush green rice fields, enjoy the smell of fragrant young rice or take a cool bath in the village.
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Traveling Mai Chau from March to May, September and October
The months including March, April, May, September, and October is considered the ideal time to travel to Mai Chau. The temperature is about 18 - 25 degrees Celcius at this time. From March to April, the weather in Mai Chau is gradually cooler and more pleasant. At this time, Mai Chau tourists will admire the blooming flowers everywhere.
The brilliant yellow ripe rice season in Mai Chau
From September to early November is probably the best season to travel to Mai Chau, because it is the ripe rice season. At that time, the whole Mai Chau valley was covered with brilliant golden color and the fragrance of ripe rice. Just open the window and you will see yellow rice everywhere. What's better than this?
According to the share of many well-experienced travelers, Mai Chau should be visited in the golden rice season or when the peach blossoms and plum flowers are gracefully blooming all over the area.
You should choose the most suitable time to visit Mai Chau
Spring is probably the most beautiful season in Mai Chau. If you go to Mai Chau in February and March, you will be satisfied to see peach blossoms, plum blossoms, and white blooming flowers. In the ripe rice season, the whole valley is covered with the golden color of ripe rice with cool weather and no rain. Those are two of the most majestic scenes of the year in Mai Chau.
So, have you decided which one if the best and most ideal time for you to visit Mai Chau, Vietnam? Don’t be hesitate to contact Frontier Travel Vietnam if you are looking for a trusted and professional travel tour. We are more than a joy to serve you!
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