🇻🇳 Hoi An vs Shanghai 🇨🇳

Hoi An, Vietnam vs Shanghai, China — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hoi An is the warmer of the two — about 10 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shanghai is drier, with roughly 9 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇻🇳 Hoi An🇨🇳 Shanghai
Avg annual high30°C20°C
Hottest monthJune (34°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (19°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year128119
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJanuary, February, MarchApril, May, October

🇻🇳 Hoi An

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in June (34°C), coldest lows in January (19°C).

🇨🇳 Shanghai

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hoi An or Shanghai warmer?

Hoi An is warmer overall, averaging about 10 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hoi An or Shanghai?

Hoi An is rainier — Shanghai sees about 9 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Hoi An vs Shanghai?

Hoi An is best around January, February, March; Shanghai is best around April, May, October.

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