Best Time to Ride · Surf foiling · Vietnam
Surf foiling in Vietnam
1 surf foiling spots in Vietnam. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surf foiling.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Vietnam: January, December (around 1.3 m, water 26°C, no wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: April–June, October (around 0.6 m, water 30°C, no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Mui Ne.
Wave height per month (m, average daily max)
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Best time to go →Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Vietnam
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.3 m | 26°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.1 m | 26°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| MarchMar | 0.9 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| AprilApr | 0.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| MayMay | 0.6 m | 31°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| JuneJun | 0.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| JulyJul | 0.8 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| AugustAug | 0.8 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| SeptemberSep | 0.7 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| OctoberOct | 0.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| NovemberNov | 1 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.2 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in Vietnam?
Best waves in Vietnam: January, December (around 1.3 m, water 26°C, no wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: April–June, October (around 0.6 m, water 30°C, no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Vietnam?
It depends on the month: about 31°C water in May (no wetsuit) and about 26°C in January (no wetsuit).
Is Vietnam good for beginners?
The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.
Which airport is closest?
Lien Khuong Airport (DLI), 92 km from Mui Ne.
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