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Ho Chi Minh City in December
Ho Chi Minh City weather in December - Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City Weather in December

Plan your December trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 31°C (high) to 23°C (low), with 21% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Great conditions with only 8 rainy days expected.

Avg High
31°C

Hottest around day 15

Avg Low
23°C

Coolest around day 24

Rainy Days
8days

21% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Winter season

Ho Chi Minh City December Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C33%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C29%
Day 3
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C29%
Day 4
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C28%
Day 5
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C25%
Day 6
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C24%
Day 7
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C24%
Day 8
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C24%
Day 9
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C24%
Day 10
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C26%
Day 11
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C27%
Day 12
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C27%
Day 13
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C28%
Day 14
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C25%
Day 15
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C21%
Day 16
cloudy
Cloudy
31°C21%
Day 17
clear-day
Sunny
31°C17%
Day 18
clear-day
Sunny
31°C17%
Day 19
clear-day
Sunny
31°C16%
Day 20
clear-day
Sunny
31°C17%
Day 21
clear-day
Sunny
31°C15%
Day 22
clear-day
Sunny
31°C14%
Day 23
clear-day
Sunny
31°C13%
Day 24
clear-day
Sunny
31°C12%
Day 25
clear-day
Sunny
31°C14%
Day 26
clear-day
Sunny
31°C17%
Day 27
clear-day
Sunny
31°C20%
Day 28
clear-day
Sunny
31°C19%
Day 29
clear-day
Sunny
31°C17%
Day 30
clear-day
Sunny
31°C16%
Day 31
clear-day
Sunny
31°C13%

Essential Travel Info for Ho Chi Minh City

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Currency

VND

₫ Vietnamese đồng

Language

Vietnamese

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.786

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Well Connected
67/ 100
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Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

Feb

Low

Sep

Monthly Traffic Distribution

370
Jan
411
Feb
376
Mar
380
Apr
380
May
350
Jun
356
Jul
365
Aug
200
Sep
316
Oct
321
Nov
359
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Hanoi Noi Bai (HAN)
Da Nang (DAD)
Duong Dong Phu Quoc (PQC)
Tkhankhoa ()
Singapore Changi (SIN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations
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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh City?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs
Short Answer

December brings oppressive conditions to Ho Chi Minh City: 31°C highs feel like 38°C due to 75% humidity. Only recommended for heat-tolerant travelers willing to limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours.

Decision Factors

Oppressive heat and humidity

30.7°C with 75% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 30.7°C

Heat index: 38°C due to 75% humidity

Peak tourist season

87% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Plenty of sunshine

9.2h of sunshine daily

Good For

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 91/100 with romantic weather conditions

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

  • 💰
    Budget travelers

    Peak season means premium prices everywhere

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    Heat index of 38°C poses health risks

  • 🌡️
    Heat-sensitive visitors

    38°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Ho Chi Minh City in December averages 31°C with 21% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Ho Chi Minh City in December

What are the temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City in December?

Daytime highs average 31°C, nights drop to 23°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Ho Chi Minh City in December?

Expect around 8 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Ho Chi Minh City in December?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is December peak season in Ho Chi Minh City?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.