Hanoi edges it in October. Bangkok averages 25–33°C with low crowds; Hanoi 23–30°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Bangkok and Hanoi
The verdict for October
The rains begin to ease
+Low-season prices and crowds, with conditions beginning to improve toward the end of the month.
–Rain remains significant and weather can still be unpredictable.
Late October often delivers dry-season feel at wet-season prices.
Hanoi's strongest all-round month
+Cooler, clearer conditions create excellent sightseeing weather.
–This excellent balance attracts stronger demand than summer.
October delivers Hanoi's best balance of temperature, rain, clarity and atmosphere.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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