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Dien Bien Phu, Vietnam
Điện Biên Province · Vietnam
Dien Bien Phu is a mid-size city in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam with a population of 84,672. Elevation: 1,591 ft (485 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Dien Bien Phu
Điện Biên Phủ is a city in the northwestern region of Vietnam. It was the capital of Điện Biên Province before the 2025 Vietnamese administrative reform. The city is best known for the decisive Battle of Điện Biên Phủ, which occurred during the First Indochina War of independence against France. The region is a center of ethnic Tai culture. In prior history, the city was formerly called Muang Thaeng.
People
Climate
| Population | 84,672 |
| Population Density | 3,413 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,591 ft (485 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.3860°, 103.0230° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
| Country | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
| State / Province | Điện Biên Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.4 inches (1,788 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dien Bien Phu
Dien Bien Phu is a mid-size city in Vietnam (Điện Biên Province) with a population of 84,672. The city sits at an elevation of 1,591 feet (485 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bangkok.
Climate in Dien Bien Phu
Dien Bien Phu has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.8°C), the coldest is Dec (14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1716 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Vietnam avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,591 ft (485 m) |
| Area | 24.8 sq mi (64.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.3860°N, 103.0230°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 16.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in |
Dien Bien Phu has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.5") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Dien Bien Phu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dien Bien Medical College | College | — | — |
| Trường Cao đẳng Sư phạm Điện Biên | College | — | — |
| Trường Chính trị tỉnh Điện Biên | College | — | — |
Schools in Dien Bien Phu
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Quy Don High School for the Gifted | — | — | — | — |
| Hanoi - Dien Bien Phu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Him Lam Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Noong Bua Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Trường Tiểu học Tô Vĩnh Diện | — | — | — | — |
| Trường Tiểu học Bế Văn Đàn | — | — | — | — |
| Trường Tiểu học Nam Thanh | — | — | — | — |
| Trường Trung học cơ sở Trần Can | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Dien Bien Phu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dien Bien Phu Museum | ||||
| Trận địa pháo 105 |
Farmers Markets in Dien Bien Phu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chợ Noong Bua |
Hotels in Dien Bien Phu
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dien Bien Phu
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dien Bien Phu
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dien Bien Phu
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Dien Bien Phu
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dien Bien Phu
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dien Bien Phu
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dien Bien Phu
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dien Bien Phu
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dien Bien Phu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dien Bien Phu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dien Bien Phu Airport | DIN | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Dien Bien Phu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dien Bien Phu
5 places within 15 km
- • Đồi Him Lam
- • Fortress I
- • Fortress II
- • U VA hot spring exact location here 20k entrance
- • Núi Pu Pha Sông
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Public Holidays in Vietnam
4 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dien Bien Phu
What is the population of Dien Bien Phu?
Dien Bien Phu has a population of 84,672 residents and is located in Vietnam. The population density is 3,413 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dien Bien Phu?
Dien Bien Phu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.4 inches.