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About Mai Chau

Mai Châu, Vietnam 🌿 is a peaceful valley town ideal for digital nomads who want nature over nightlife. Expect stunning rice fields, fresh mountain air, affordable stays, and a slower pace for focused work. Wi‑Fi can be inconsistent, so it’s best for short retreats, deep work, and creatives seeking inspiration over urban convenience. 💻🏔️

Through the year

Best in December (62) · now 61
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 44 mm Feb: 60 mm Mar: 58 mm Apr: 97 mm May: 254 mm Jun: 226 mm Jul: 280 mm Aug: 313 mm Sep: 375 mm Oct: 142 mm Nov: 56 mm Dec: 29 mm Jan: 21°C / 14°C Feb: 22°C / 16°C Mar: 27°C / 19°C Apr: 30°C / 22°C May: 32°C / 24°C Jun: 33°C / 26°C Jul: 32°C / 26°C Aug: 32°C / 25°C Sep: 30°C / 24°C Oct: 27°C / 22°C Nov: 25°C / 19°C Dec: 21°C / 15°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 9.0
Internet Speed 5.7
Safety 8.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.9
Weather 7.5
Accommodation Cost 8.7
Nomad Friendly 3.7
Female Friendly 7.8
Updated 4 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Mai Chau
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $152.47 per month
Coworking Space $45.74 per month
Coffee $0.57 per cup
Beer $0.57 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $1.52 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $7.62 per month
Mobile Plan $2.67 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $7.62 per month

Other cities in Vietnam

Other cities in Vietnam
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Da Nang $1,517 7.2 Compare
2 Hanoi $1,729 7.1 Compare
3 Ho Chi Minh City $2,301 7.1 Compare
4 Hoi An $1,431 6.8 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Tam Coc VN Vietnam $869 5.9 Compare
2 Hanoi VN Vietnam $1,729 7.1 Compare
3 Cat Ba Island VN Vietnam $1,277 5.7 Compare
4 Hai Phong VN Vietnam $1,464 6.1 Compare

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