Mekong Delta Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in December.

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Planning a trip to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Mekong Delta in December

The Mekong Delta, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. December in the Mekong Delta generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Can Tho. On average, December is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Can Tho.

For specific regional insights in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Long Xuyên with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Sóc Trăng with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Can Tho sees close to 230 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Mekong Delta by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Mekong Delta — and find the best time to visit. (based on Can Tho)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March34°C (93°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Mekong Delta in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Mekong Delta.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Mekong Delta

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam?

Temperature range in the Mekong Delta (December)

Precipitation variation in the Mekong Delta (December)

Can Tho

In December Can Tho generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Can Tho →

My Tho

In December My Tho generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
228 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in My Tho →

Ben Tre

In December Ben Tre generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ben Tre →

Vĩnh Long

In December Vĩnh Long generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
230 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vĩnh Long →

Trà Vinh

In December Trà Vinh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
211 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Trà Vinh →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Mekong Delta in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Can Tho 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
My Tho 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Ben Tre 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Vĩnh Long 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Trà Vinh 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Cao Lãnh 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

The Mekong Delta weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in December?

the Mekong Delta, Vietnam typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Can Tho average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in December?

In Can Tho, the average daytime high in December is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does the Mekong Delta, Vietnam get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam during December, with Can Tho averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Mekong Delta, Vietnam?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit the Mekong Delta, Vietnam with overall pleasant weather in Can Tho. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly pleasant weather in Can Tho. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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