Plan for the weather
Saigon weather,
month by month.
Ho Chi Minh City is warm throughout the year. The biggest difference is rain: the dry season usually runs from December to April, while May to November is wetter.

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Next five days in Ho Chi Minh City.
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January
- Typical
- 21–32°C
- Rain
- Low rain
One of the most comfortable months: warm afternoons, cooler mornings and generally dry roads.
February
- Typical
- 22–33°C
- Rain
- Low rain
Sunny, increasingly warm days. Carry water and plan longer rides for morning or late afternoon.
March
- Typical
- 24–34°C
- Rain
- Low–moderate rain
Heat builds and brief showers become possible. Shade the scooter seat when parking.
April
- Typical
- 25–35°C
- Rain
- Moderate rain
Often the hottest month. Afternoon heat and early thunderstorms make flexible timing important.
May
- Typical
- 25–34°C
- Rain
- High rain
Humidity rises and short, heavy downpours become frequent, often later in the day.
June
- Typical
- 24–33°C
- Rain
- High rain
Expect regular tropical showers. Roads can become slick quickly, so slow down early.
July
- Typical
- 24–32°C
- Rain
- High rain
Frequent showers and occasional longer wet periods; pack light waterproof protection.
August
- Typical
- 24–32°C
- Rain
- High rain
A mix of bright intervals and heavy showers. Check drainage and traffic conditions before longer rides.
September
- Typical
- 24–32°C
- Rain
- Very high rain
Often among the wettest months, with thunderstorms and local street flooding possible.
October
- Typical
- 24–32°C
- Rain
- High rain
Still wet, though conditions usually start improving toward the end of the month.
November
- Typical
- 23–32°C
- Rain
- Moderate rain
The dry season returns. Fewer showers and lower humidity make exploring easier.
December
- Typical
- 22–32°C
- Rain
- Low rain
Warm days, pleasant mornings and relatively little rain—excellent riding weather.
