Geographical location
Cat Ba Island is the largest island in the Cat Ba archipelago, consisting of 367 small islands, located in the south of Halong Bay, off the coast of Hai Phong city and Quang Ninh province. Cat Ba Island has coordinates 106°52′ – 107°07′ East, 20°42′- 20°54′ North latitude, about 30km from the center of Hai Phong city and about 25km from Halong city. Administratively, Cat Ba Island belongs to Cat Hai district, Hai Phong city.
Cat Ba Island has an area of about 300 km2, of which 15,200 ha is Cat Ba National Park, recognized by UNESCO as a world biosphere reserve. Cat Ba Island also has many other small islands such as Cat Ong, Cat Duoi, May, Quai Xa, Tai Keo… creating a diverse and attractive landscape.
Weather and climate
Cat Ba Island is located in the tropical monsoon region affected by the ocean, so it has mild and pleasant weather all year round. The average temperature, humidity, rainfall are similar to the surrounding areas, but the characteristic is that the winter is less cold and the summer is less hot compared to the mainland.
The average temperature of Cat Ba Island is 25 – 28°C, fluctuating according to the season. In summer, the temperature can rise above 30°C, in winter it averages 15-20°C, but sometimes it drops below 10°C (when there is a northeast monsoon). The average humidity is about 85%. Rainfall: 1,700 – 1,800 mm/year, fluctuating according to the season. The rainy season mainly lasts in July and August.
Cat Ba Island is an ideal destination for tourists who love to explore nature and enjoy the fresh air. When coming to Cat Ba Island, you can visit the national park, caves, beaches, Lan Ha Bay, night market, Cac Ba temple… and many other interesting activities. Cat Ba Island will surely bring you memorable and unforgettable experiences.
