Kỳ Anh Travel Guide

City City in Hà Tĩnh Province, Vietnam

Kỳ Anh perches on Hà Tĩnh’s coast with fishing wharves, sandy beaches and refinery skylines. Visitors come for fresh seafood, boat trips, coastal walks and the everyday rhythm of a Vietnamese port town reshaped by industry.

Costs

Budget coastal - $20-40/day

USD 20-40 daily for budget hotels, local food, and motorbike taxis.

Safety

Generally safe for travelers

Generally safe; typical Vietnamese provincial precautions at night and in crowds.

Best Time

February-April (dry and pleasant)

Dry months are best for coastal visits and clearer sea conditions.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

12:09 PM

GMT+7

Weather

92°F

Partly Cloudy

Population

150,226

Infrastructure & Convenience

Good road access to the industrial zone; limited tourist infrastructure and few English signs.

Popularity

Seen more by workers and domestic beach visitors than international tourists.

Known For

Vũng Áng industrial zone, fishing, sandy beaches, seafood, coastal scenery, ports, local markets, emerging industry

Kỳ Anh sits near the Vũng Áng economic zone and combines fishing villages with heavy industry nearby.

Why Visit Kỳ Anh? #

Kỳ Anh combines coastal scenery with working ports and a strong seafood tradition, making it appealing to travelers interested in Vietnam’s maritime communities. Visit Vũng Áng port and nearby fishing villages to see daily life, then savor Hà Tĩnh specialties and freshly grilled seafood at market stalls. Traditional village rituals and seasonal festivals provide cultural context, and quiet beaches offer a low-key alternative to better-known tourist centers along the central coast.

Best Things to Do in Kỳ Anh

Kỳ Anh Bucket List

Don't Miss

Kỳ Anh Town Beach - Local sandy stretch popular with families, fishermen and sunset strolls.
Kỳ Anh Market - Morning market selling fresh seafood, vegetables and regional specialties from Hà Tĩnh.
Local fishing harbor - Harbor where small fishing vessels unload daily catches, visible from the quay.

Hidden Gems

Coastal seafood eateries - Small family restaurants serving grilled fish, clams and Hà Tĩnh specialties near shore.
Morning fish auction at the harbour - Early auction where fishermen sell the day's catch to local restaurant buyers.
Village herbal gardens - Community gardens cultivating medicinal herbs used in local home remedies and cuisine.

Day Trips

Cửa Sót Beach and Xuân Hải area - Coastal beaches and fishing communities west of Hà Tĩnh for relaxed seaside time.
Vũ Quang National Park day visit - Protected forest area offering trails, primate sightings and mountain scenery a drive away.

Best Time to Visit Kỳ Anh #

Kỳ Anh has a tropical monsoon climate with hot, humid summers and a pronounced rainy season. The best weather for travel is the cool, dry window from November to February.

Cool Dry

November - February · 15 - 24 °C (59 - 75 °F)

Mild, dry conditions make coastal and rural exploring comfortable; mornings are freshest and evenings pleasant.

Hot Season

March - May · 28 - 35 °C (82 - 95 °F)

Sharp rise in heat and humidity - great for beaches but tiring for inland activities without shade or breaks.

Rainy Season

June - October · 24 - 32 °C (75 - 90 °F)

Frequent heavy rainfall and possible storms; expect muddy tracks and interrupted travel plans during peak months.

Best Time to Visit Kỳ Anh #

Climate

Kỳ Anh's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2957 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit

AprilMarchFebruary

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

41°

Warmest Month

11°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

16° – 22°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

179 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

11.0h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

17° – 23°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

102 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

11.4h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

20° – 26°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

80 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 29°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

12.4h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 32°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

116 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.9h daylight

June

June is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

36°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

26° – 33°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

96 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

36°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

26° – 33°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

210 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

13.0h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

35°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

25° – 33°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

151 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.6h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (663 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

24° – 30°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

663 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (615 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 28°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

615 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

11.6h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (445 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

20° – 25°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

445 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.1

UV Index

High

11.2h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (226 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

17° – 23°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

226 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

10.9h daylight

How to Get to Kỳ Anh

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Kỳ Anh #

Kỳ Anh’s town centre is walkable for everyday errands. Motorbike taxis and rented motorbikes are the most convenient way to move around locally, while provincial buses connect Kỳ Anh with other towns along the coast and inland. Bring cash for fares, wear a helmet if you ride, and check bus times in advance-services can thin out on weekends and evenings.

Where to Stay in Kỳ Anh #

Budget

Town centre / near port road - VND 200,000-500,000/night

Kỳ Anh town offers small guesthouses and motels aimed at workers and short-stay visitors. Online booking is limited-phone reservations are common.

Mid-Range

Near municipal centre - VND 500,000-1,000,000/night

Mid-range options exist but are modest; travelers often choose hotels in Hà Tĩnh city for more amenities and clearer online booking options.

Luxury

No local luxury - regional cities for luxury - VND 1,200,000+/night

Luxury accommodation is not available in Kỳ Anh; for high-end hotels, base in larger coastal cities like Vũng Áng/Hà Tĩnh or travel from Hanoi/Da Nang.

Where to Eat in Kỳ Anh #

Shopping in Kỳ Anh #

Shopping is mainly local markets and small shops selling fresh seafood, produce and household goods. You won’t find big shopping centres here; look to town markets for ingredients and everyday items.