Verdict: Good month
Ho Chi Minh City Weather in December
December runs warm in Ho Chi Minh City, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F) and nights near 23°C (73°F). Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Ho Chi Minh City.
Average high
31°C / 88°F
Average low
23°C / 73°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
56 mm
What to pack for Ho Chi Minh City in December
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Ho Chi Minh City: Mar (35°C / 95°F) · Coolest: Oct (30°C / 86°F) · Wettest: Jul (~30 rain days)
33°
23°
Jan
34°
23°
Feb
35°
25°
Mar
34°
26°
Apr
33°
26°
May
32°
25°
Jun
31°
25°
Jul
31°
25°
Aug
31°
24°
Sep
30°
24°
Oct
31°
24°
Nov
31°
23°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)