Peak in April
Coolest in October
Heavy in September
Peak in dry season
Ho Chi Minh City Monthly Weather Guide
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Essential Travel Info for Ho Chi Minh City
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Language
Vietnamese
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High Safety
GPI: 1.786
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Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 10.8231° N, 106.6297° E
Open in Google MapsHo Chi Minh City is a prominent destination in Vietnam.
Located at 10.82°N latitude,Ho Chi Minh City experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, April is the warmest month (avg. 34°C), while October is the coolest. September sees the most rain (91% chance), making February the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+0.93°C
Total over 30 years
+0.32°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Ho Chi Minh City, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
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NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)Dry Season
Best months to visit
32°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Ho Chi Minh City receives approximately 1,650mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
31.3°
2024 Avg
32.2°
2040 Proj
32.6°
+0.32°C
per decade (observed)
+0.25°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Ho Chi Minh City has warmed by +0.9°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.249°C/decade), for a total of +1.3°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Vietnam.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Vietnam.
Japanese Encephalitis
Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Vietnam take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasRural areas only; rare cases in the Mekong and Red River DeltasNone in the cities of Da Nang, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Nha Trang, and Quy NhonDrug resistanceChloroquine and mefloquineSpeciesP. vivax(55%)P. falciparum(44%)P. knowlesi,6P. malariae, andP. ovale(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisProvinces of Bình Dương, Bình Phước, Đắk Lắk, Đắk Nông, Gia Lai, Khánh Hòa, Kon Tum, Lâm Đồng, Ninh Thuận, Tây Ninh: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission (except Mekong and Red River Deltas): Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Mekong and Red River Deltas: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
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View Complete Health GuideHo Chi Minh City Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 7% | 🔥 Hot |
| February | 33°C | 5% | 🔥 Hot |
| March | 34°C | 8% | 🔥 Hot |
| April | 34°C | 28% | 🔥 Hot |
| May | 33°C | 70% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| June | 31°C | 80% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| July | 31°C | 85% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| August | 31°C | 85% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| September | 31°C | 91% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| October | 30°C | 78% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| November | 31°C | 45% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| December | 31°C | 21% | 🔥 Hot |
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Ho Chi Minh City Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, summer months are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Ho Chi Minh City?
April is historically the hottest month in Ho Chi Minh City with average highs of 34°C.
When does it rain the most in Ho Chi Minh City?
September typically sees the highest probability of rain (91%).
Is Ho Chi Minh City expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.