Ho Chi Minh City in March
Hot, dry and buzzing
The short answer
March is one of the best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City.
March stays firmly within the dry season, with warm temperatures, very little rain and long sunny periods. It is an excellent month for exploring the city before the heat becomes more intense.
9/10 overall25–34°CModerate crowdsModerate
Weather9/10
Crowds7.5/10
Prices8/10
Events7.5/10
March in detail
What March actually feels like
- Weather
- 25–34°C
- Hot, dry and buzzing
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
- Moderate
+Very little rain
–Increasing heat
My tip for March
Plan outdoor sightseeing before midday.
- street food
- nightlife
How March compares
Against the other eleven months
2nd of 12 overall in Ho Chi Minh City, 2nd for weather, 3rd for space, 1st 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 March
- Dry-season rooftops
- Plan sunset drinks, rooftop bars and evening walks during the drier part of the year, when rainfall is generally less disruptive.
- 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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