Ho Chi Minh City in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Ho Chi Minh City (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 32.6°C and lows of 22.9°C, with around 90.7mm of rain across the season (15 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Ho Chi Minh City covers December, January, February.
Winter in Ho Chi Minh City month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 31.5°C | 22.8°C | 41.1mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| January | 32.4°C | 22.7°C | 33.2mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| February | 33.8°C | 23.2°C | 16.4mm | 4 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Ho Chi Minh City in winter
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Winter in Ho Chi Minh City rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 32.6°C with 90.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Ho Chi Minh City in winter?
Daytime highs average 32.6°C (90.7°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 22.9°C.
What months are winter in Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
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 summer · Ho Chi Minh City in autumn
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Winter 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.