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Lạng Sơn

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Updated Thursday, October 29, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Lạng Sơn month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Lạng Sơn are typically March, November and December, with average daytime highs around 19–23°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), January the coldest (average low 11°C), and August the wettest (about 307 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January18.110.6714.7
February19.311.8604.6
March23.315.8784.5
April26.919.3996.7
May28.922.31898.3
June30.824.42198.8
July30.924.32039.2
August30.023.73078.0
September29.122.51888.6
October25.918.91298.0
November23.315.5397.4
December18.811.0346.0

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Previously

  1. Lạng Sơn campaign (1885)

    A major French offensive during the Sino-French War where the Tonkin Expeditionary Corps captured Lạng Sơn

  2. Lạng Sơn campaign

    A major French offensive from 3 to 13 February 1885 during the Sino-French War where French forces captured Lạng Sơn.

Current public leadership

  • Đoàn Thị Hậu

    Chủ tịch HĐND tỉnh Lạng Sơn khóa XVIII, nhiệm kỳ 2026-2031

People associated with this place

  • Đoàn Thị Hậu

    Chairwoman of the People's Council of Lạng Sơn Province (XVIII tenure, 2026-2031).

Historical figures

Local business and employers

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Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

  • Hữu Nghị International Border Gate

    A major cross-border trade hub and historical gateway between Vietnam and China

  • Tam Thanh Cave

    A limestone cave featuring impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and cultural significance in Lạng Sơn province

  • Chi Lang Pass

    Historical site linked to many victories against foreign invaders

  • Mac Dynasty Citadel

    A famous historical site and scenic spot in Lạng Sơn

  • Lang Son Museum

    Cultural landmark showcasing the rich historical and ethnographic heritage of the region

  • Hữu Nghị Pass

    Friendship Pass located above Đồng Đăng in Lạng Sơn province.

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01 · Overview

Lạng Sơn, in brief

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02 · History

How Lạng Sơn took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Lạng Sơn

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Lạng Sơn

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Lạng Sơn

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Lạng Sơn

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Lạng Sơn

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08 · Questions

Questions about Lạng Sơn

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lạng Sơn

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01 · Q&A

Where is Lạng Sơn located and what are its coordinates?

Lạng Sơn is situated in Vietnam at geographic coordinates 21.8526, 106.7610, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Lạng Sơn?

Lạng Sơn has a recorded population of approximately 200,108 and observes the Asia/Bangkok time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Lạng Sơn?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Lạng Sơn include Vietnamese, English, French, Chinese, KM, with VND used for local transactions.

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