What to expect in Ho Chi Minh City in November
November is a strong choice for Ho Chi Minh City: 31° / 23°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and some of the best deals of the year.
Ho Chi Minh City weather in November
Typical conditions in Ho Chi Minh City during November, 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 | 23°C 73°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 40/100 |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 23°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Ho Chi Minh City — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Ho Chi Minh City. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 33% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in November, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Ho Chi Minh City in November 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 32° / 24° | Low | $ | 63 |
| October | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 62 |
| November · This month | 31° / 23° | Moderate | $ | 63 |
| December | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| January | 32° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
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 November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
