Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Ho Chi Minh City
Weather in Ho Chi Minh City is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. April afternoons typically reach 94°F (34°C), while October highs hover near 87°F (30°C). Annual precipitation averages 82.4 inches (2093 mm) over about 218 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: April - highs near 94°F (34°C)
- Coldest month: October - highs near 87°F (30°C)
- Record high: 103°F (39°C) · Record low: 64°F (18°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: September (29 rainy days) · Sunniest: March (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on April. Highs average 94°F (34°C) and overnight lows stay near 78°F (26°C). The coolest month is October, with typical highs of 87°F (30°C) and lows around 75°F (24°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 103°F (39°C) and dropped as low as 64°F (18°C).
Rain, sun and snow
September is usually the wettest month. It brings about 13.7 inches (349 mm) of rain over 29 days, while February is the driest. March brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 90° | 73° | 4 | 1.2 in | 10.4 h/day | 69% |
| February | 92° | 74° | 3 | 0.5 in | 11.3 h/day | 64% |
| March | 95° | 76° | 4 | 0.7 in | 11.7 h/day | 65% |
| April | 94° | 78° | 11 | 3.3 in | 11.5 h/day | 71% |
| May | 92° | 79° | 25 | 9.0 in | 10.0 h/day | 80% |
| June | 89° | 77° | 27 | 9.9 in | 9.1 h/day | 85% |
| July | 87° | 77° | 29 | 11.7 in | 8.4 h/day | 86% |
| August | 88° | 76° | 29 | 11.8 in | 9.3 h/day | 86% |
| September | 87° | 76° | 29 | 13.7 in | 8.2 h/day | 87% |
| October | 87° | 75° | 28 | 12.4 in | 8.1 h/day | 87% |
| November | 87° | 75° | 19 | 5.7 in | 9.2 h/day | 83% |
| December | 88° | 73° | 10 | 2.5 in | 9.4 h/day | 75% |
Ho Chi Minh City month by month
Ho Chi Minh City weather in January
January brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 4 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in February
February brings highs around 92°F (34°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 3 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in March
March brings highs around 95°F (35°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 4 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in April
April brings highs around 94°F (34°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 11 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in May
May brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 25 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in June
June brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 29 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in August
August brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 29 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in September
September brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 29 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in October
October brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 28 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in November
November brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 19 wet days.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in December
December brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 10 wet days.
Seasons in Ho Chi Minh City
March through May
March through May in Ho Chi Minh City turns very hot, with daytime highs averaging 94°F (34°C) and nights around 78°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Ho Chi Minh City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 85 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Ho Chi Minh City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 76 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Ho Chi Minh City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City
The best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 91°F (33°C).
Pack for Ho Chi Minh City with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - April nights average 78°F (26°C).
Ho Chi Minh City temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.