The climate of Phu Quoc has two distinct seasons: the rainy and dry. Each season has different activities for leisure, swimming, and exploring island and sea in various ways.
The dry months last from November to April of the next year, which is considered the best time to visit Phu Quoc Island. The rainy season on the island lasts from May to October, and the most rain falls in September and October—heavy rains may last all day.
1. Phu Quoc Monthly Weather and Travel Conditions
It because the wather for a few months are nearly the same, we group them together to avoid repeatedly. In general, Phu Quoc Island gets an average of temprature from 25 to 27 degree celcius, ideal for traveling and relaxing.
Beside, Phu Quoc has the humidity of an arevate from 75 to 80% in the dry season, and from 85 to 90% in the rainy season.
1.1. Weather in January, Fearuary, and March in Phu Quoc
🌞 Sunny, warm, minimal rainfall, best weather in this island
🌊 Ideal for beach lovers, snorkeling, kajaking, and boat tours.
📌 Peak tourist season with higher prices; book hotels in advance
1.2. Weather in April, May, and June
🌡️ Temperatures rise, occasional rain showers, also hot and himid
💰 More affordable accommodation and fewer tourists, typically in May is often the lowest price.
🚤 Good for water activities but be prepared for humidity, making you feel tired for a few activities in forest or beaches.
1.3. Weather in July, August, and September
🌧️ Frequent rain, strong winds, and rough seas, check carefully to come if you like sun.
🚫 Boat trips for exploration nearby islands may be canceled because of bad weather.
🌿 Great for nature lovers who enjoy peaceful landscapes.
1.4. Weather in October, November, and December
🌤️ Increasing sunshine, occasional showers in early October, when transition to dry season.
💰 Lower prices with great deals before peak tourist season starts in December.
🏖️ Good time for budget travelers to enjoy the island in Oct and the first half of Nov.
2. The best region in Phu Quoc for different months
Compared to other beaches in Vietnam, Phu Quoc Beach is beautiful all year round, but not every season is excellent. And you should note that Phu Quoc is divided into two regions: The North Island and the South Island. The difference between the North and South areas of Phu Quoc occurs because the ocean currents change.
- Visit the South Island from April to October: The sea in the South Island, such as Bai Sao, Bai Truong, and Bai Khem, gets great sun for clear water and green colors. The wind blows strongly in this region from November to March, making the seawater near the shore in the south not clear.
- Visit the North Island from Nov to March: The sea in the northern part at Ganh Dau and Bai Dai is a perfect paradise for water color and swimming.
3. The best time to travel to Phu Quoc with the lowest guest number
Although March and early April are considered the best times to visit all of Vietnam, Phu Quoc is often quiet because foreign visitors escaping the winter season in their countries are about to end. Domestic visitors have to wait until the end of April on the occasion of the April 30 and May 1 holidays or the summer months.
In general, the weather on Phu Quoc Island is quite favorable for a wonderful stay.
- Beach & Relaxation, come from December to April
- Snorkeling & Diving, come from November to March (calm waters, good visibility)
- Island Hopping, come from November to May (before monsoon winds hit)
- Kayaking & Adventure, come from February to April
When your holidays fall in the high tourist reason in Phu Quoc, you need to book rooms and airline tickets in advance to avoid high costs or running out of services.
Your travel time falls from the end of Nov to March, you should choose high-class hotels to escape from the crowds.
