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Ho Chi Minh City weather in October (Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Ho Chi Minh City during October? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of October in Ho Chi Minh City typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 32°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Ho Chi Minh City in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 268 mm for the month. This month experiences about 19 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. January typically offers the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ho Chi Minh City climate page with graphs.

 

Ho Chi Minh City, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 268 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Vietnam in October

Find out more about the weather in Vietnam and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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