Climate Overview
Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical climate with little temperature variation (32–35°C year-round, 24–27°C nights). The wet monsoon drenches May–Oct (peaking 354mm in Sep) with late-afternoon downpours; Dec–Mar is the dry window — lower humidity (~65%) and reliable blue skies for Mekong Delta trips.
Monthly Climate
Temperature range, rainfall, and humidity by month
Monthly Data
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.9° | 22.7° | 14mm | 67% |
| Feb | 32.7° | 23.9° | 92mm | 69% |
| Mar | 34.4° | 25.7° | 0mm | 65% |
| Apr | 35.3° | 26.7° | 0mm | 72% |
| May | 33.9° | 26.5° | 287mm | 82% |
| Jun | 32.3° | 25.5° | 298mm | 87% |
| Jul | 33.1° | 25.9° | 276mm | 85% |
| Aug | 33.1° | 25.2° | 402mm | 86% |
| Sep | 31.8° | 24.9° | 409mm | 88% |
| Oct | 32.1° | 24.6° | 216mm | 87% |
| Nov | 31.4° | 24.2° | 181mm | 83% |
| Dec | 32.2° | 24.1° | 67mm | 76% |
When to Visit
Experiences to seek out and peak periods to plan around
Experiences & Highlights
Nguyen Hue flower street blooms with apricot blossoms and dragon installations; temple crowds at Thien Hau Pagoda and fireworks over the Saigon River mark the turn of the lunar year.
Driest, least humid stretch (rainfall under 35mm, humidity 64–69%) with 32–34°C highs — ideal for Cu Chi Tunnels day trips, rooftop bars in District 1 and Ben Thanh night-market strolls.
30 April brings military parades, banners along Le Duan and fireworks at Bach Dang Wharf; hottest time of year (35°C highs in April) so hydrate and plan indoor museum stops like the War Remnants Museum.
Luong Nhu Hoc street in Cholon (District 5) fills with lanterns, mooncakes and lion dances the week of the 15th lunar-month full moon — peak monsoon with 354mm rainfall so expect afternoon downpours.
Peak Periods & Travel Advisories
Rainfall climbs from 245mm to a 354mm September peak with humidity at 85–87%; short intense afternoon downpours flood District 1 streets and push Mekong Delta tours indoors.
Most family-run restaurants, shops and Ben Thanh stalls close for 5–7 days around Lunar New Year; domestic flights sell out weeks ahead and hotel rates spike 40–60%.
Combined 30 April / 1 May public holiday drives domestic tourism surge: Vung Tau beach traffic jams, District 1 hotel prices up 30–50% and Cu Chi Tunnels see long queues.
Vietnam Destination Comparison
Compare climate across destinations in Vietnam
| City | Avg High | Avg Low | Annual Rain | Season Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City | 33° | 25° | 2243 mm | |
🇻🇳 Hanoi | 28° | 22° | 2396 mm |
Official Resources
Government portals and tourism boards for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam