Ho Chi Minh City Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Ho Chi Minh City’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Vietnam.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Ho Chi Minh City remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very hot climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in April to a very warm 32°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 23°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
April, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 82 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 8 days. For more information, please visit our Ho Chi Minh City Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Vietnam Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Vietnam. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ho Chi Minh City Temperatures Compared World Wide
Ho Chi Minh City’s average annual maximum temperature is 33°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Ho Chi Minh City’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Ho Chi Minh City climate page.
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