North
Early-spring tea
After winter, the tea plants push out fresh buds. Young buds make a mellow, fragrant brew, so the first flush of the year is eagerly awaited by many.
Seasonal Calendar
March: sua and ban blossoms and the scent of spring tea
Hanoi turns white with sua blossoms, the Northwest with ban forests, the tea hills burst with fresh buds, and the Central Highlands smell of coffee flowers. Join Nhà An to see what to eat, drink and visit in March.
Weather across Vietnam
March, the land shifts gears
March sits at the turn between spring and summer: the North finally leaves the cold behind, Central Vietnam enjoys pleasant sunshine, and the South enters its first truly hot days. Knowing the weather ahead helps you choose the right drinks, food and trips.
- North: drizzle and damp, humid days early in the month, warming up toward the end
- Central: little rain and warm sunshine, ideal for strolls on Da Nang’s beaches and in Hoi An’s old town
- South: dry season, with the sun getting stronger
- Central Highlands: sunny and breezy, and early mornings in Da Lat are still crisp
March produce
March what’s delicious and beautiful
Actual timing can run a few weeks early or late depending on the year and the growing region.
Da Lat
Late-season strawberries
The strawberry season runs from late in the year until about April. In March there are still sweet berries, great for fruit tea or alongside a cake.
Central Highlands
Coffee blossom season
At the end of the dry season, many coffee regions turn white with blossoms around February to March, with a sweet scent that peaks for only a few days.
Northwest
Ban blossoms turn the mountains white
Son La and Dien Bien are famous for ban blossom season from late February through March, woven into many songs and poems.
Hanoi
Sua blossoms, here and gone
Sua flowers bloom for only about two weeks, so go early, as soon as you see the first buds opening.
Occasions this month
Days worth remembering in March
Lunar occasions are marked as lunar and move to different solar dates each year; you can look them up quickly with Nhà An’s calendar converter.
- 15th of the 1st lunar month
First full moon, Vietnam Poetry Day
In 2026 it falls on Mar. 3, and in 2027 on Feb. 20. Many families visit temples and eat vegetarian on the full-moon day.
- 6th of the 1st – end of the 3rd lunar month
Huong Pagoda festival season
The festival opens on the 6th day of the 1st lunar month and runs until the end of the 3rd lunar month. Pick a weekday to avoid the crowds.
- 8/3
International Women’s Day
A day for flowers and for thanking mothers, sisters and girlfriends. Nhà An plans to offer flowers for women guests and tea-and-cake sets as gifts.
- Around Mar 8
Ho Chi Minh City Áo dài Festival
Usually held in March to celebrate the áo dài. The exact dates change every year, so check the official announcement.
- Around Mar 10
Buon Ma Thuot Coffee Festival
Not held every year; when it is, the festival usually takes place around March 10 to celebrate Central Highlands coffee.
- 14/3
White Day
A holiday that originated in Japan and that many young Vietnamese celebrate too. A pot of tea and a small cake are enough for a relaxed date.
- Mar 20 and 22
International Day of Happiness, World Water Day
Two days that remind us to make time for the small things that make us happy and to use water wisely. Bringing your own cup is a small way to cut plastic waste.
- 26/3
Founding Day of the Youth Union
Marks the founding of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union in 1931; March is also Youth Month, with many volunteer activities.
- 19th of the 2nd lunar month
Quan The Am Festival, Marble Mountains
A major festival in Da Nang: in 2026 it falls on Apr. 6, and in 2027 on Mar. 26. Check the latest announcement before you go.
At Nhà An
Teas & bites for March
Seasonal items depend on each branch’s suppliers; these are ideas to ask your barista about or try at home.
Tan Cuong green tea scented with jasmine
Light and refreshing, with a gentle astringency and a hint of flowers, perfect for chilly, drizzly mornings.
Da Lat strawberry fruit tea
A seasonal pick: late-season strawberries over a light tea base, with sweetness from 0% to 100%.
Fresh bakes and hot oolong
Croissants and pastries baked from 5 a.m., served with a pot of hot oolong for damp, humid days.
Hot vegetarian dishes
Vegetarian hủ tiếu Nam Vang (Phnom Penh-style rice noodle soup) or vegetarian mì Quảng (Quang-style turmeric noodles), with a broth made from vegetables and no MSG.
Salted cream phin coffee
A bold phin-brewed cup with a pinch of salt, a signature of Nhà An Tan Binh.
Suggested activities
March at Nhà An
Our 5 branches are being finished and opening soon. Once the doors are open, this is how Nhà An hopes to spend March with you.
8/3
Flowers and gifts for March 8
Flowers for women guests, and tea-and-cake boxes to send to mothers, sisters and colleagues.
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Áo dài
Áo dài photo shoot for festival season
The Áo dài Studio and photo corners for a shoot with friends and sisters.
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Humid days
Take shelter at the Cozy Corner
Sofa, warm yellow lights, bookshelves and light blankets for drizzly mornings.
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Saturday
Oolong brewing workshop
Learn to brew oolong at the right temperature and steeping time. The class schedule will be announced after opening.
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Quick tips for have fun on the road in March
Buying & storing
- Pick strawberries that are evenly red, fragrant and still have green stems; eat them within a day or two
- Rinse strawberries right before eating and don’t soak them for long
- Flowers for March 8: choose blooms that are just starting to open, cut the stems at an angle and change the water daily
- Store freshly bought tea in an airtight jar, away from moisture and sunlight
Damp, humid days
- Open windows to ventilate when the air is dry and close them when it’s humid
- Dry clothes in a well-ventilated spot and keep books and documents somewhere dry
- Eat cooked dishes soon and store them well to keep them from spoiling
March outings
- To see ban blossoms, go between late February and March, and bring a warm jacket for early mornings
- At crowded festivals: watch your belongings and take care on boat rides
- Check the latest schedule and information before you set out
Quick questions about March
What fruit and produce are at their best in March?
It’s the tail end of the Da Lat strawberry season, and the tea hills in the North start yielding fresh buds after winter. Mangoes and other summer fruit begin to appear, peaking more in April.
What holidays and observances fall in March?
Mar 8 International Women’s Day, Mar 14 White Day, Mar 20 International Day of Happiness, Mar 22 World Water Day, Mar 26 Youth Union Founding Day. Some years also bring the first full moon or the Quan The Am Festival on the lunar calendar.
Is March a good time to visit Da Nang and Hoi An?
Yes. Central Vietnam in March is usually warm and sunny with little rain, so it’s easy to stroll on the beach and in the old town. Nhà An Da Nang, Hoi An and Duy Xuyen are being finished so we can welcome you soon.
Keep exploring the Seasonal Calendar
See all 12 months of produce and holidays, or reserve a table ahead to meet friends when Nhà An opens.
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