Ho Chi Minh City Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Ho Chi Minh City. The annual average is 32°C high / 24°C low — hottest in April (35°C) and coldest in January (22°C).
Ho Chi Minh City Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Ho Chi Minh City's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 32° / 24°
- Best time to visit
- January, February, March
- Hottest month
- April (35°C)
- Coldest month
- January (22°C)
- Wettest month
- September (330mm)
- Driest month
- February (5mm)
As of 2026, Ho Chi Minh City's weather averages 32°C high / 24°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is January, February, March. The hottest month is April (35°C), the coldest is January (22°C), and the wettest is September (330mm).
Best Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh City
BEST MONTH — driest + coolest + ideal weather. Hotels at maximum.
Tet Vietnamese New Year — many shops closed 3-5 days. Atmospheric but quieter.
Hottest dry month. Hotels reasonable post-Tet.
Ho Chi Minh City Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° / 22° | 15mm | 2 | Very busy | Details → |
| February | 33° / 23° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| March | 34° / 25° | 15mm | 2 | Busy | Details → |
| April | 35° / 26° | 50mm | 5 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 34° / 26° | 220mm | 16 | Moderate | Details → |
| June | 32° / 25° | 320mm | 19 | Moderate | Details → |
| July | 32° / 25° | 290mm | 19 | Busy | Details → |
| August | 32° / 25° | 270mm | 18 | Busy | Details → |
| September | 31° / 25° | 330mm | 20 | Moderate | Details → |
| October | 31° / 24° | 270mm | 16 | Busy | Details → |
| November | 31° / 24° | 120mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
| December | 31° / 22° | 60mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Ho Chi Minh City by Season
Hottest month. Light + UV protection.
Monsoon. European summer holidays.
Monsoon ending. Light + rain jacket.
Tropical light. Driest month.
Ho Chi Minh City Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City? +
For weather, January, February, March are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 32°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Ho Chi Minh City? +
The hottest month is April with an average high of 35°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 22°C. The annual average is 32°C high / 24°C low.
When does it rain most in Ho Chi Minh City? +
The wettest month is September (330mm over about 20 rainy days) and the driest is February (5mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1965mm.
What should I pack for Ho Chi Minh City? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 34/26°C — Hottest month. Light + UV protection. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 32/25°C — Monsoon. European summer holidays. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 31/24°C — Monsoon ending. Light + rain jacket. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 32/22°C — Tropical light. Driest month.
What is the weather in Ho Chi Minh City this month (June)? +
June averages 32°C high / 25°C low with 320mm rainfall over about 19 rainy days. Crowds are moderate and prices are low.
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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.