Many young people love to explore the beauty of Da Nang in summer because it is also when the city comes alive with the most distinctive recreational and entertainment opportunities.
Da Nang, located in the South Central Coast region, is well-known among its worldwide friends for its vibrant and colorful urban image. Da Nang is more than just the Golden Bridge hidden behind the morning mist or the statue of a carp turning into a dragon dazzling in the light of fireworks; it is also a significant hub of culture, education, health, politics, economy, and society. Not as opulent as Saigon or as well-organized as Hanoi, going self-sufficient, you will see the interference between the “old” and “present” aspects in the architecture and the daily life of the local people. Therefore, traveling to Da Nang in the summer will undoubtedly provide travelers with the most memorable experiences. Follow Hanami Hotel Danang’s article: “Explore the Beauty of Da Nang in Summer” to find out more information!
Da Nang weather in summer
Da Nang is located in the South Central region and has a tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures and minimal variation. Da Nang’s average annual temperature is around 25.6°C, with the highest temperature being around 29.2°C in June and the lowest being 21.2°C in February. The average rainfall in Da Nang is 1,355 mm, with October having the highest (266 mm) and February having the lowest (7 mm).
Da Nang’s weather, like that of neighboring provinces in the South Central region, is influenced by both the northern and southern climates. Therefore, the climate in Da Nang is divided into two different seasons: dry season and the rainy season. The dry season runs from December to August of the following year, and the rainy season runs from September to the end of November.
The summer weather in Da Nang (from May to October) will be divided into two periods: early summer and late summer.
Early summer (May to August)
At the beginning of summer, the temperature in Da Nang ranges from 30°C to 32°C. It is sunny, and there are few storms. The weather in Da Nang in early summer is quite pleasant and suitable for experiencing fun and entertaining activities such as swimming and playing on the beach. However, there will be a few days when the weather in Da Nang has a high temperature of up to 36°C. At this time, visitors experiencing outdoor fun activities should avoid hot sunny times (from 11am to 3pm) and prepare sun protection items such as umbrellas, sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, etc. to limit the impact of the weather on your visit to Da Nang.
Late summer (August to October)
At the end of summer, heat waves no longer seem to appear; instead, there are sporadic showers, signaling a rainy season is coming. The temperature in Da Nang at this time will decrease by 1 to 2 degrees compared to the beginning of summer.
Furthermore, according to the climate map of Vietnam, this is the time when storms and thunderstorms come more frequently, tending to the seas around Da Nang. As a result, travelers planning to visit Da Nang should keep an eye on the weather prediction at all times to avoid being impacted by weather variables.
What to pack for a summer trip to Da Nang?
Beachwear
If you’re visiting Da Nang in the summer, you should definitely pack some nice beachwear.
For girls, a bikini or a maxi dress will be a great suggestion for a beach trip. If you wear a bikini to the beach, you should choose an outfit that flatters your figure as much as possible. A two-piece bikini will be suitable for those with a small waist, slim figure. For those of you who are a bit chubby, you should choose a one-piece bikini to cover the defects of the abdomen and waist area. In addition, it would be remiss to travel to the beach without bringing along an ankle-length maxi dress. These dresses will make you stand out while walking on the beach.
For men, a pair of Hawaiian-style shorts or a combination of shorts and a short-sleeved shirt with floral and fruit motifs will be a suitable choice to wear to the beach.
Remember to carry a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and a jacket to the beach to protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV rays!
Streetwear
Visitors to Da Nang in the summer can wear whatever they choose as long as they are satisfied and comfortable. If you intend to take a check-in photo at a certain tourist attraction, you should consult the shooting angle in advance and choose an outfit to suit the scene and make you stand out the most. Do not forget to bring on accessories such as earrings, necklace to make your outfit more prominent.
In addition, in the evening, it will be a bit chilly. Therefore, you should bring a light jacket to keep your body warm.
Temple attire
If when walking on the street, you can wear any outfit, depending on your preferences, then when going to the temple, you should dress neatly, politely, and discreetly, avoiding costumes and clothes that are too short, such as: short skirts, two-piece tops, shorts, off-shoulder tops, underarms, etc. Dressing discreetly is a minimal courtesy when visiting temples and pagodas, showing respect upon reaching the Buddha’s door. You should take some sandals or slippers with you because you need to take off your shoes when visiting temples.
Mountain Climbing Clothing
You should choose sportswear for climbing clothing because it is the most comfortable and convenient for moving and training. With shirts, choose cotton shirts, which have good sweat absorption ability. With pants, leggings, or jeans a bit wide so that you can easily move. And, of course, the shoes. Mountain climbing shoes should be either sports shoes or specialized climbing shoes. Your steps will be firmer and stronger if you wear the correct shoes.
Explore the Beauty of Da Nang in Summer
Marble Mountains – a masterpiece of nature’s natural landscape
- Address: Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang
Ngu Hanh Son is a natural masterpiece converging charming mountains located about 7 kilometers from the downtown of Da Nang. This is one of the Da Nang tourism spots for those who prefer to explore and travel spiritually. Visitors will be able to see a one-of-a-kind cave system, including Quan Am cave, Hoa Nghiem cave, Linh Nha cave, and others, interlaced with a historic temple complex decorated in vivid spiritual colors. Before the journey ends, visitors should stop at the nearly 400-year-old Non Nuoc handicraft village to buy souvenirs, admire the sophisticated stone sculptures, …
Linh Ung Pagoda – famous spiritual tourist destination
- Address: Bai But, Tho Quang, Son Tra, Da Nang
Linh Ung Pagoda is another Da Nang tourist attraction worth seeing on your trip to discover Da Nang’s beauty. This is a large-scale sculpture with a 67m tall statue of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, which UNESCO has designated as the highest statue of Avalokitesvara in Southeast Asia. Visitors may also see the bustling metropolis of Da Nang, My Khe beach gleaming in the sunshine , and other sights from Linh Ung Pagoda.
Son Tra Peninsula
- Address: Tho Quang, Son Tra, Da Nang
Son Tra Peninsula, also known as “the green fairy,” is 3,439 hectares wide – possessing a cool year-round climate and the most diverse flora and fauna in Da Nang. The nature here is famous for being wild and poetic, from Ban Co Peak, Da Den Beach, Mui Nghe, Bai Tien Sa, Bai But to the Thousand-Year-Old Banyan Tree. You will definitely get yourself a great photoshoot when you come here.
Nam O Reef – A Wonderful Check-in Point in Da Nang
- Address: Nam O, Hoa Hiep Nam, Lien Chieu, Da Nang
Nam O Reef is often ranked among the most appealing destinations in Da Nang. From the center of Da Nang city, tourists go to the northwest, about 17 km, to reach Nam O Reef – a pristine beach that is hot in the travel community. This new tourist site in Da Nang is relatively new to visitors from other countries, yet it has been a familiar name for locals since the 1960s. When you come here, you can listen to the waves smashing on the rocky shore, admire the lyrical seascape, enjoy fresh and cheap seafood in the fishing hamlet, and so on.
My Khe Beach – an attractive tourist destination in Da Nang
- Address: Phuoc My, Son Tra, Da Nang
Visitors to Da Nang should not overlook My Khe Beach, which is one of the most appealing tourist attractions in the city. This is one of Vietnam’s most gorgeous and clean beaches. Visitors to My Khe Beach will be able to relax in the clear blue ocean and enjoy activities such as windsurfing, beach volleyball, scuba diving, and so on. On the beach, you can also lie down and tan, admire the view, and enjoy the cold sea breeze.
Dragon Bridge – The symbol of thriving development of Da Nang
- Address: An Hai Tay, Son Tra, Da Nang
The Dragon Bridge is one of the most magnificent bridges in the world, with a dragon symbol design coiling around it, representing Asia’s wealth. This is also an interesting tourist check-in location. If you visit Dragon Bridge on weekends or big holidays, you will be able to see the bridge spewing water and spitting fire. At the same time, there are various gathering spots at the bridge’s foot, such as barbecue shops and sidewalk hot pot, where tourists may cool off and enjoy Da Nang specialties.
Dong Xanh – Dong Nghe Lake
- Address: Hoa Khuong, Hoa Vang, Da Nang
Dong Xanh Lake – Dong Nghe is an irrigation work that has been operating for many years, providing water for irrigation and limiting floods. This place, surrounded by verdant environment and a clear blue lake, has become a popular tourist destination, attracting a large number of visitors. Cycling around the lake, kayaking, camping overnight, viewing dawn and sunset on the lake, taking photos, learning about the lifestyles of local people are all must-do activities at Dong Xanh Lake – Dong Nghe.
Hoa Phu Thanh Waterfall
- Address: Hoa Phu Village, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang
Situated within the range of eco-tourism area west of Da Nang, over 30 km, approximately 40 minutes drive from the city center Da Nang, Hoa Phu Thanh tourist spot with rivers and streams flowing through a length of over 3km, crept around the hilltop under green trees. Coming to Hoa Phu Thanh, you will experience the moment with the waterfall sliding, boating along the stream to enjoy the beautiful scenery, fresh air, and wild and imposing mountains.
The special experience while visiting Hoa Phu Thanh is the inclusion of waterfall sliding, an adventure water sport appealing to many travelers to Da Nang. From the appointment, a pontoon boat takes visitors through the rapids while splashing between small cliffs and once calm as a wide riverbed between wild nature. It takes 40-60 minutes to go the journey by pontoon boat, depending on whether travelers want to try endurance with rowers or want to slowly shore sightseeing.
Cham Islands: A must-visit tourist destination in Hoi An
- Address: Tan Hiep Commune, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province
It consists of eight islets set as an arc, very close together: Hon Lao, Hon Kho Me, Hon Kho Con, Hon Tai, Hon Dai, Hon La, Hon Mo and Hon Ong, serve as a protective barrier for the ancient town. The area is renowned for its beauty, clean and vast biodiversity with pristine white-sand beaches and crystal-clear water.
Various tourist activities are offered to meet almost all demands of tourists. Visitors can relax, go hunting, fishing, even fishing octopuses… Visitors also have chances to view the sea swallows’ nests clinging to the towering cliff. In Particular, tourists can admire the beauty of coral by diving. The best season for diving is the summer (from June to the end of August) when sunlight is strongest. Cu Lao Cham is popular for its seafood and delicacies (octopuses, lobsters, fish’s fin, abalone, kaki, cholonia’s eggs, birds’ nests…) and fascinating souvenirs (pearls, conches, tortoise-shells…).
Hoi An Ancient Town
Just downstream from the Thu Bon River, Hoi An Ancient Town is located in the heart of Quang Nam province, about 30 kilometers south of Da Nang city. Not only is it a famous tourist attraction, but it is also an architectural relic complex.
Reflecting a unique cultural fusion, Hoi An Ancient Town was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by Unesco in 1999. It is a living museum of world-wide construction designs and urban lifestyles. From the 15th to the 20th centuries, Hoi An was an exclusive trading port between European and Asian businessmen. This is where Chinese, Japanese, and Portuguese traders have left their own vestiges via diverse architectural patterns. To this day, Hoi An ancient town remains notably well-preserved, almost in its original state, retaining its pure and oriental medieval style. Don’t miss the famous tourist attractions such as Phung Hung Ancient House, Japanese Covered Bridge, Cantonese Assembly Hall Hoi An, Hoi An Museum of Folk Culture…
Tourist attractions in the center of Da Nang
Con Market
- Address: corner of the intersection of Quang Trung and Ong Ich Khiem Street, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Con Market is the most famous tourist market in Da Nang, and it is always at the top of the list of Da Nang tourist sites that visitors must visit. This market sells everything from food and household supplies to clothing and accessories. Furthermore, Con Market is a culinary wonderland, bringing together various Da Nang specialties such as Vietnamese pancakes, fresh seafood, rice paper rolls with pork, and so on, all at reasonable costs.
Rooster Church
Address: No. 156 Tran Phu, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Rooster Church is a famous tourist attraction in this Central Vietnam city. It is the only church constructed when Vietnam was still under the control of French colonialists. The cathedral is also one of the few examples of French architecture still remaining in Da Nang.
Rooster Church has a typical Gothic architectural style. The cathedral is around 70 meters tall. As commonly seen in Western cathedrals, many events in the Bible are depicted inside Rooster Church through pictures, drawings, and statues. There are numerous stained glass windows depicting different saints. Behind the church is a Marian cave resembling the French Lourdes cave, which further adds to the sacred beauty and peace of this place. There is an alloy figure of a gray rooster on the top of the church, used to determine wind directions.
It would be a big waste if you forgot to take some selfies at this Danang tourist attraction. The pink and splendid architecture of the church will be a great background for your photos.
Children’s Cultural Palace
- Address: 2 Phan Dang Luu, Hoa Cuong Bac, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Known as a children’s cultural palace, this tourist destination in Da Nang not only attracts young children, but also captivates young people to visit and take pictures. The factor that helps Da Nang children’s cultural palace become one of the hot check-in points lies in the design concept of the project: Tangram. Tangram is a geometric form, created with the design of arranging 7 types of flat geometry together in a logical way.
For the little ones, the game area in the cultural palace with many interesting activities such as ferris wheel, horse riding, slope slide, tram ride… will definitely help the children feel happier than ever. In addition, from the cultural palace, visitors move extremely conveniently to many other famous tourist attractions in Da Nang such as Helio night market, Dragon bridge, My Khe beach…
Cham Museum of Sculpture
- Address: No.02, 2 Tháng 9 Street, Binh Hien ward, Hai Chau district, Da Nang
The Cham Museum in Da Nang is the largest collection of Cham sculpture and artwork in the world. Whenever visiting the museum, you still perceive an individual atmosphere particular to this place, the reverie of reminiscences.
Situated in a quiet area of Da Nang City, Cham Museum was built in 1915 according to the motifs of ancient Cham Architecture. At first it was named the Henry Parmenties Museum. The museum is officially known as the Museum of Champa Sculpture. The kingdom of Champa (or Lin-yi in Chinese records) controlled what is now south and central Vietnam from approximately 192 through 1697. The empire began to decline in the late 15th century, became a Vietnamese vassal state in 1697, and was finally dissolved in 1832. At present, the museum houses 297 stone and terracotta sculptural works made between the 7th and the 15th centuries. These are impressive works typical of the Cham culture.
When visiting Da Nang in the summer, travelers who enjoy the sea will find a plethora of appealing things to discover. To save costs as well as make a reasonable schedule, you should arrange everything from now on. Don’t forget to check out hotels, restaurants, and flight prices before departure. Stay tuned for more updates!
