Climate in Ho Chi Minh City — Annual Weather Overview
Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is March (average high 35.0°C) and the coolest is October (30.2°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 4.8°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 2386mm. September is the wettest month at 387.2mm, while February averages just 16.4mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.5 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 33.8°C, 434mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 31.2°C, 933mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 30.5°C, 929mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 32.6°C, 91mm rain.
Ho Chi Minh City — Monthly Temperatures
Ho Chi Minh City — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Ho Chi Minh City stays reasonable all year.
Ho Chi Minh City weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4°C | 22.7°C | 33.2mm | 10.4h | 4 | 10/10 |
| February | 33.8°C | 23.2°C | 16.4mm | 11.1h | 4 | 10/10 |
| March | 35.0°C | 24.5°C | 23.7mm | 11.6h | 6 | 10/10 |
| April | 33.6°C | 25.2°C | 149.8mm | 11.1h | 16 | 9/10 |
| May | 32.9°C | 25.8°C | 260.1mm | 9.7h | 24 | 8/10 |
| June | 31.7°C | 24.9°C | 292.2mm | 9.3h | 28 | 8/10 |
| July | 30.8°C | 24.8°C | 325.6mm | 8.5h | 30 | 8/10 |
| August | 31.2°C | 24.6°C | 315.2mm | 9.2h | 29 | 8/10 |
| September | 30.7°C | 24.3°C | 387.2mm | 7.9h | 30 | 8/10 |
| October | 30.2°C | 24.0°C | 373.5mm | 7.3h | 28 | 8/10 |
| November | 30.6°C | 23.6°C | 168.1mm | 8.6h | 21 | 9/10 |
| December | 31.5°C | 22.8°C | 41.1mm | 9.8h | 7 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City and the Ho Chi Minh City rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Ho Chi Minh City have?
Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 30.2°C in October to 35.0°C in March.
What is the hottest month in Ho Chi Minh City?
March is the hottest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with average highs of 35.0°C and lows of 24.5°C.
What is the coldest month in Ho Chi Minh City?
October is the coolest month, with average highs of 30.2°C and lows of 22.7°C.
What is the wettest month in Ho Chi Minh City?
September is the wettest month, averaging 387.2mm of rainfall over around 30 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Ho Chi Minh City?
Rainy season in Ho Chi Minh City runs April to November, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Ho Chi Minh City get per year?
Ho Chi Minh City receives around 2386mm of rain per year. The driest month is February (16.4mm).
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
The best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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