Dien Bien Phu weather
At 7:30 AM local time it was clear and 25°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 4 AM (5.1 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–Apr. Dien Bien Phu sits 482 m (1,581 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Dien Bien Phu, Điện Biên Province, Vietnam.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 12%
- Chance of rain
- 4%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 4 AM (5.1 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–AprOff season Jul–Aug
About Dien Bien Phu weather
Is it raining in Dien Bien Phu right now?
No. It’s clear and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 4 AM (5.1 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Dien Bien Phu this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–33° and lows of 21–23°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Dien Bien Phu lately?
In the past 7 days, Dien Bien Phu had 1 rainy day and 1.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Dien Bien Phu?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Dien Bien Phu weather by month
When is the best time to visit Dien Bien Phu?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Dien Bien Phu is Oct–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (68°F) in December to 31°C (87°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Dien Bien Phu?
August is the wettest month, with about 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 15 mm (0.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Dien Bien Phu?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 20°C (67°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 9°C (47°F).
Does Dien Bien Phu have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Aug is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Mar is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months