Ho Chi Minh City Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Ho Chi Minh City remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in April to a very warm 32°C (90°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 26°C (79°F) in April to 23°C (73°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Ho Chi Minh City is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1955 mm (77 in). The seasons in Ho Chi Minh City bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 321 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm (0.5 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ho Chi Minh City Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Ho Chi Minh City, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.1 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. September sees a soft sun for only 5.4 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in May.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ho Chi Minh City.

The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 85%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year