Vietnam Hanoi Mission
The Vietnam Hanoi Mission is the only mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Vietnam, centered on Hanoi. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 Mar 2016
- Mission leadersRob and Jami Howell began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Vietnamese; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Bangkok Thailand Temple, about 614 mi (988 km) from Hanoi.
- WeatherNear Hanoi, the warmest month is usually June (average high about 92°F / 33°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 57°F / 14°C), with roughly 2,159 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June, July, August and September.
- The Church hereVietnam has about 17,887,212 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Rob and Jami Howell
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: hot-summer, very-wet · about 2159 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70°F / 21°C | 57°F / 14°C | 65 mm |
| Feb | 72°F / 22°C | 59°F / 15°C | 46 mm |
| Mar | 78°F / 26°C | 65°F / 18°C | 70 mm |
| Apr | 84°F / 29°C | 71°F / 22°C | 96 mm |
| May | 88°F / 31°C | 76°F / 25°C | 222 mm |
| Jun | 92°F / 33°C | 80°F / 27°C | 256 mm |
| Jul | 91°F / 33°C | 80°F / 26°C | 314 mm |
| Aug | 89°F / 32°C | 78°F / 26°C | 419 mm |
| Sep | 87°F / 31°C | 76°F / 25°C | 338 mm |
| Oct | 83°F / 28°C | 71°F / 22°C | 193 mm |
| Nov | 79°F / 26°C | 65°F / 19°C | 56 mm |
| Dec | 71°F / 22°C | 58°F / 14°C | 33 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Vietnamese
Vietnamese uses the Latin alphabet with tone marks (six tones in the north). Pronouns depend on relative age (anh, chị, em, cô, chú...).
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Bangkok Thailand Temple — Operating (22 October 2023) · about 614 mi (988 km) from Hanoi
The Church in Vietnam
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 17,887,212
- Published Languages
- 188
- Congregations
- 32,046
- Full-Time Teaching Missionaries
- 78,596
- Senior Service Missionaries
- 31,613
- Young Service Missionaries
- 4,518
- Temples
- 383
- Countries Receiving Humanitarian Aid (Since 1985)
- 175
- Universities & Colleges
- 4
- Youth Students Enrollment
- 465,995
- Adult Students Enrollment
- 456,701
- FamilySearch Centers
- 6,463
- Countries with FamilySearch Centers
- 155
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Currency
- VND
- Country code
- +84
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 Mar 2016
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Follow local laws and mission guidance carefully.
- Use correct age-based pronouns.
Foods: Phở, Bánh mì, Bún chả, Spring rolls
Family groups
Connect with other families
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Vietnam Hanoi Mission?
The mission leaders are Rob and Jami Howell, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Vietnam Hanoi Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Vietnam Hanoi Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Vietnamese. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Vietnam Hanoi Mission?
Near Hanoi, the warmest month is usually June (average high about 92°F / 33°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 57°F / 14°C), with roughly 2,159 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June, July, August and September. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Vietnam Hanoi Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Bangkok Thailand Temple (about 988 km).
When was the Vietnam Hanoi Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 Mar 2016.
Other missions in Vietnam
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources