2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Ho Chi Minh City in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 31°C, lows of 23°C, and approximately 12 rainy days per month.

Avg High

31°C

Avg Low

23°C

Rainy days

12days

Daylight

11.5h

Is December a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:04 AM

Sunset

5:34 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 34°C 23°C 0 Excellent (best)
February 34°C 23°C 2 Excellent (best)
March 35°C 25°C 1 Excellent (best)
April 34°C 26°C 11 Good
May 34°C 27°C 17 Wet
June 31°C 25°C 30 Wet
July 31°C 25°C 30 Wet
August 31°C 25°C 29 Wet
September 31°C 25°C 30 Wet
October 29°C 24°C 29 Wet
November 31°C 24°C 17 Wet
December 31°C 23°C 12 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Ho Chi Minh City, with average highs of 31°C and around 12 rainy days.

What should I pack for Ho Chi Minh City in December? +

With highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Ho Chi Minh City in December? +

Ho Chi Minh City typically sees around 12 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Ho Chi Minh City in December? +

In December, Ho Chi Minh City gets approximately 11.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Ho Chi Minh City? +

Yes, December is peak season in Ho Chi Minh City. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Ho Chi Minh City? +

The best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh)

Last Updated: January 2026

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31° / 23°
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