Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Ho Chi Minh City is very-high
December is very-high for Ho Chi Minh City.
Christmas-New Year peak — Korean + European tourists. Hotels triple.
Travel score
Ho Chi Minh City December Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
6
60mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
72%
moderate
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
42 μg/m³
PM10
62 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
24°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas peak atmosphere
- Dry season ideal
- Cool 22-31°C
Cons
- Hotels triple
- Tourist crush peak
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas-New Year peak
Ho Chi Minh City in December — Full Picture
Christmas-New Year peak — Korean + European tourists. Hotels triple.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Dry season cool. Light + evening layer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
34.3°C
25.7°C
7.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32°C
25°C
18.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31°C
24.3°C
15.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current32°C
22.3°C
3/mo
Ho Chi Minh City Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 32° | 22° | 2d·15mm | 8h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 23° | 1d·5mm | 9h | 70% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 34° | 25° | 2d·15mm | 9h | 70% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 35° | 26° | 5d·50mm | 8h | 75% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 34° | 26° | 16d·220mm | 7h | 78% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 32° | 25° | 19d·320mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 32° | 25° | 19d·290mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 18d·270mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 20d·330mm | 6h | 84% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 16d·270mm | 6h | 80% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 10d·120mm | 7h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| December (Best) | 31° | 22° | 6d·60mm | 8h | 72% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
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Ho Chi Minh City December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City in December is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
Ho Chi Minh City December averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
Ho Chi Minh City December averages 60mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
Dry season cool. Light + evening layer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
Ho Chi Minh City December sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 17:35, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
Ho Chi Minh City December air quality (AQI) averages 95, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 42μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Ho Chi Minh City in December?
In December, Ho Chi Minh City is great for Cu Chi, Mekong, Notre Dame.
Is December peak season in Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.