🇻🇳 Hanoi vs Tokyo 🇯🇵

Hanoi, Vietnam vs Tokyo, Japan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hanoi is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Tokyo is drier, with roughly 33 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇻🇳 Hanoi🇯🇵 Tokyo
Avg annual high28°C20°C
Hottest monthJune (33°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year141108
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberApril, May, October

🇻🇳 Hanoi

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in June (33°C), coldest lows in January (14°C).

🇯🇵 Tokyo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hanoi or Tokyo warmer?

Hanoi is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hanoi or Tokyo?

Hanoi is rainier — Tokyo sees about 33 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Hanoi vs Tokyo?

Hanoi is best around January, February, December; Tokyo is best around April, May, October.

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