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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.

Illustrated electric scooter tour in warm Saigon weather

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Next five days in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Bright dry-season scene in Saigon
Dry season · December–April
Illustrated wet-weather scooter safety scene
Rainy season · May–November
Illustrated Saigon exploration scene
Warm riding weather year-round
Jan

January

Dry & bright
Typical
21–32°C
Rain
Low rain

One of the most comfortable months: warm afternoons, cooler mornings and generally dry roads.

Feb

February

Dry & sunny
Typical
22–33°C
Rain
Low rain

Sunny, increasingly warm days. Carry water and plan longer rides for morning or late afternoon.

Mar

March

Hot & mostly dry
Typical
24–34°C
Rain
Low–moderate rain

Heat builds and brief showers become possible. Shade the scooter seat when parking.

Apr

April

Very hot, storms begin
Typical
25–35°C
Rain
Moderate rain

Often the hottest month. Afternoon heat and early thunderstorms make flexible timing important.

May

May

Rainy season starts
Typical
25–34°C
Rain
High rain

Humidity rises and short, heavy downpours become frequent, often later in the day.

Jun

June

Humid with showers
Typical
24–33°C
Rain
High rain

Expect regular tropical showers. Roads can become slick quickly, so slow down early.

Jul

July

Wet & cloudy spells
Typical
24–32°C
Rain
High rain

Frequent showers and occasional longer wet periods; pack light waterproof protection.

Aug

August

Warm & unsettled
Typical
24–32°C
Rain
High rain

A mix of bright intervals and heavy showers. Check drainage and traffic conditions before longer rides.

Sep

September

Peak rainy period
Typical
24–32°C
Rain
Very high rain

Often among the wettest months, with thunderstorms and local street flooding possible.

Oct

October

Rain easing late
Typical
24–32°C
Rain
High rain

Still wet, though conditions usually start improving toward the end of the month.

Nov

November

Drier & pleasant
Typical
23–32°C
Rain
Moderate rain

The dry season returns. Fewer showers and lower humidity make exploring easier.

Dec

December

Dry & comfortable
Typical
22–32°C
Rain
Low rain

Warm days, pleasant mornings and relatively little rain—excellent riding weather.