Hoi An or Da Nang in March?
In March, Hoi An and Da Nang are overall neck and neck — it comes down to your priorities.
Hoi AnPhoto: Steffen Schmitz (more photos) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Da NangPhoto: Supanut Arunoprayote · CC BY 4.0Key figures in March
| Criterion | Hoi An | Da Nang |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 28 °C |
| Average daily low | 21 °C | 21 °C |
| Sea | 24 °C | 24 °C |
| Rainy days | 6 rainy days (est.) | 6 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 86 % | 86 % |
Winner by travel type
Hoi An or Da Nang in March: the short answer
In March, the stored climate values and scores compared here match for Hoi An and Da Nang. These monthly data do not establish a climate advantage. This does not mean local weather is identical. Compare the annual profiles for other travel dates; assess transport, accommodation and specific activities separately.
This comparison focuses on March as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Hoi An averages a climate score of 65/100, Da Nang 65/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in March, side by side
The average daily high is about 28 °C in Hoi An and 28 °C in Da Nang — about the same. Average daily lows are around 21 °C versus 21 °C.
On rain, Hoi An sees about 6 rainy days in March and Da Nang about 6. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In March the water is about 24 °C at Hoi An and 24 °C at Da Nang. Over the year, Hoi An is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, Da Nang in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Peak sea warmth is August for Hoi An and August for Da Nang.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Hoi An records roughly 182 rainy days and Da Nang about 182. At their sunniest, Hoi An reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (May) and Da Nang about 8 (May). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Hoi An is at its best in January, February, March and April, while Da Nang peaks in January, February, March and April. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the March scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: both are close (Hoi An 94 vs Da Nang 94).
City breaks: both are close (Hoi An 84 vs Da Nang 84).
Active & hiking: both are close (Hoi An 64 vs Da Nang 64).
Family: both are close (Hoi An 89 vs Da Nang 89).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In March, the stored climate values and scores compared here match for Hoi An and Da Nang. These monthly data do not establish a climate advantage. This does not mean local weather is identical. Compare the annual profiles for other travel dates; assess transport, accommodation and specific activities separately.