Ho Chi Minh City in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Ho Chi Minh City (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 31.2°C and lows of 24.8°C, with around 933.0mm of rain across the season (87 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Ho Chi Minh City covers June, July, August.
Summer in Ho Chi Minh City month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 31.7°C | 24.9°C | 292.2mm | 28 | 8/10 |
| July | 30.8°C | 24.8°C | 325.6mm | 30 | 8/10 |
| August | 31.2°C | 24.6°C | 315.2mm | 29 | 8/10 |
What to pack for Ho Chi Minh City in summer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Summer in Ho Chi Minh City rates around 8/10 — good time to visit. Average highs are 31.2°C with 933.0mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Ho Chi Minh City in summer?
Daytime highs average 31.2°C (88.2°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 24.8°C.
What months are summer in Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City · Ho Chi Minh City annual climate · Ho Chi Minh City in spring · Ho Chi Minh City in autumn · Ho Chi Minh City in winter
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Summer in Ho Chi Minh City — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.