By Trang Le
Since Halong Bay is one of the most attractive spots in Vietnam with millions of visitors each year, time to come to Halong is one of the most concerned issues have been discussed.
In most Western countries, winter is very cold with average temperature below 10 – 12 Celsius degree so many people would like to know how it is in Halong Bay – the ideal place to travel.
Winter in Halong is the same as the Northern part of Vietnam which is usually from November to February, temperature does not fall to low which is between 16 – 18 Celsius degree. This season, Halong does not have much bright sunshine as the summer, some days are sunny and some days are virtually covered by the mist. Winter in Halong is different from other places because of the scenery and activities of the people here.
Come to Halong in winter, the first point you notice is the mist spreading the way, Halong beauty in the mist is blurry and magical, limestone mountains are also more calm. Sitting on the deck and watching the mist and the smoke in the boats of the fishermen make the scene vaguer.
In the mist, the Ga Choi, Dinh Huong islands are very sparkling, you can take a boat or ship to the bay to visit caves like Sung Sot cave, Thien Cung cave, Me Cung grotto.
Halong’s winter is the most favorite period of the year for travelers from all around the world, especially on Christmas and New Year, grab your bags and go to Halong now.
Since Halong Bay is one of the most attractive spots in Vietnam with millions of visitors each year, time to come to Halong is one of the most concerned issues have been discussed.
In most Western countries, winter is very cold with average temperature below 10 – 12 Celsius degree so many people would like to know how it is in Halong Bay – the ideal place to travel.
Winter in Halong is the same as the Northern part of Vietnam which is usually from November to February, temperature does not fall to low which is between 16 – 18 Celsius degree. This season, Halong does not have much bright sunshine as the summer, some days are sunny and some days are virtually covered by the mist. Winter in Halong is different from other places because of the scenery and activities of the people here.
Come to Halong in winter, the first point you notice is the mist spreading the way, Halong beauty in the mist is blurry and magical, limestone mountains are also more calm. Sitting on the deck and watching the mist and the smoke in the boats of the fishermen make the scene vaguer.
In the mist, the Ga Choi, Dinh Huong islands are very sparkling, you can take a boat or ship to the bay to visit caves like Sung Sot cave, Thien Cung cave, Me Cung grotto.
Halong’s winter is the most favorite period of the year for travelers from all around the world, especially on Christmas and New Year, grab your bags and go to Halong now.
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| Cool weather in Halong Bay winter allows travelers wear both coat or shirt |
Photo Credit: Paradise Cruise

