Hanoi

Hanoi has shaken off its once hostile attitude to travellers to become one of the most beguiling cities in Southeast Asia. It's slow-paced yet quick to charm, with a lovely landscape of lakes, shaded boulevards, verdant public parks and French-colonial architecture.

Long Bien Bridge, still standing, after repeated US bombings

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Hanoi Weather

Winter (Nov-Feb) is generally cool and dry, with temperatures between 10-15°C (59-68°F). Spring (Feb-Apr) is warmer, but accompanied by constant drizzle which can start to wear a bit. Summer (May-Sep) is blatantly hot (30-36°C; 86-97°F) and sticky with the occasional devastating typhoon. Autumn (Sep-Nov) however, sees sunny, often perfect weather.

Month	Temp (°C)	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity (%)	Sunshine (hours)
Jan	13 - 20	18		1
Feb	14 - 21	28		1
Mar	17 - 23	38		1
Apr	20 - 28	81		2
May	23 - 32	196		4
Jun	26 - 33	239		5
Jul	26 - 33	323		5
Aug	26 - 32	343		4
Sep	24 - 31	254		4
Oct	22 - 29	99		4
Nov	18 - 26	43		3
Dec	15 - 22	20		2