Ho Chi Minh City in December
Dry season starts strong
The short answer
December is one of the best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City.
December brings a noticeable shift toward drier and slightly cooler conditions. It is one of the more comfortable months for walking around Ho Chi Minh City and enjoying its evening atmosphere.
8.5/10 overall23–30°CModerate crowdsModerate
Weather8.5/10
Crowds7.5/10
Prices7.5/10
Events7.5/10
December in detail
What December actually feels like
- Weather
- 23–30°C
- Dry season starts strong
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
- Moderate
+Drying conditions
–Holiday demand
My tip for December
Pack light layers for cooler early mornings and air-conditioned interiors.
- sightseeing
- nightlife
How December compares
Against the other eleven months
4th of 12 overall in Ho Chi Minh City, 4th for weather, 3rd for space, 3rd for value. The emptiest month is February; the best value is February.
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What’s on in Ho Chi Minh City in December
- Mekong Delta day trip
- The drier season is a practical window for adding a Mekong Delta day trip to your Ho Chi Minh City itinerary.
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