Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High34.2°C
Low22.4°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The climate in Ho Chi Minh City is tropical, with annual average temperatures spanning 30°C / 86°F during January up to 34°C / 93°F in March.
Rainfall averages about 162 mm / 6.4 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in September (317 mm / 12.5 inches) and the driest in February (12 mm / 0.47 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 9 in April and falling to 8 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 11.5 hours in December to 12.7 hours in June.
Trip planning
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Ho Chi Minh City.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
317 mm
September carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Very High (8.8)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
12 hrsto13 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
8 km/h
March is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
66 %to87 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Ho Chi Minh City, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Ho Chi Minh City compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Vietnam for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Vietnam
#1 / 2
COOLEST (AVG)
in Vietnam
#2 / 2
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Vietnam
#1 / 2
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Vietnam
#1 / 2
HIGHEST UV
in Vietnam
#1 / 2
MOST HUMID
in Vietnam
#2 / 2
Short term outlook
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Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Ho Chi Minh City feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 32°C (90°F) and lows near 24°C (75°F). Conditions usually feel hot in the daytime and warm once the sun goes down. You may notice some humidity at times. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Ho Chi Minh City?
UV tends to peak in April, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Ho Chi Minh City humid?
It can feel humid, especially in the warmer months, when humidity can climb to around 87%. Light, breathable fabrics help a lot on muggy days.
Is Ho Chi Minh City a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 8 km/h (5 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 49 km/h (30 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
How much daylight does Ho Chi Minh City get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.