What to expect in Ho Chi Minh City in December
December is a strong choice for Ho Chi Minh City: 31° / 22°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in December
Typical conditions in Ho Chi Minh City during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C 72°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 22°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Ho Chi Minh City — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in December sit around the yearly average for Ho Chi Minh City — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 17% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Christmas Lights while you’re there.
- Christmas Lights — Notre-Dame Cathedral and Nguyen Hue Street draw crowds for the city's festive light displays.
Ho Chi Minh City in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 62 |
| November | 31° / 23° | Moderate | $ | 63 |
| December · This month | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| January | 32° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
| February | 33° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
These months score higher for Ho Chi Minh City on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
