About Phu Quoc
Phú Quốc is a special zone in An Giang province, Vietnam. It is the largest island in Vietnam. The island has a total area of 575 km2 (222 sq mi) and a permanent population of approximately 179,480 people in 2020.
Best time to visit Phu Quoc
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Phu Quoc is January, when average daytime highs are around 87°F and rain falls on about 5 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Phu Quoc weather forecast
- Wed 21 Oct 86° 77° 90%
- Thu 22 Oct 87° 76° 98%
- Fri 23 Oct 85° 75° 100%
- Sat 24 Oct 83° 75° 99%
- Sun 25 Oct 85° 75° 70%
- Mon 26 Oct 85° 75° 65%
Know before you go
- Currency
- Vietnamese đồng (VND)1 US dollar ≈ ₫25,858
- Language
- Vietnamese
- Calling code
- +84
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- Asia/Ho_Chi_MinhUTC+7
- Capital
- Hanoi
Upcoming public holidays in Vietnam
- New Year's DayTết dương lịch
- Reunification DayNgày Giải phóng miền Nam, thống nhất đất nước
- Labour DayNgày Quốc tế lao động
- National DayQuốc khánh
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Phu Quoc
These are the airports closest to central Phu Quoc. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- PQC Old Phu Quoc Airport0 mi (1 km) from the city centre
Phu Quoc travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Phu Quoc is January, when average daytime highs are around 87°F and rain falls on about 5 days a month.
What is the weather like in Phu Quoc?
April is usually the warmest month in Phu Quoc, with average highs of 90°F (32°C). September is the coolest, with average lows of 76°F (25°C). The wettest month is typically July, with about 440 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Phu Quoc?
Old Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) is the closest airport, about 0 miles (1 km) from the centre of Phu Quoc.
What currency is used in Phu Quoc?
Phu Quoc uses the Vietnamese đồng (VND). At the latest exchange rate, 1 US dollar ≈ ₫25,858.
What time zone is Phu Quoc in?
Phu Quoc uses the Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh time zone (currently UTC+7). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
