Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) · November
Low seasonVietnam · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 34° (93°)31– (88–)35 (95) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)32– (90–)37 (99) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 23° (73°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 9h | 9h | 7h | 6h | 5h | 6h | 5h | 5h | 7h | 7h |
🌧Rain Days | 3d32mm (1.2") | 1d14mm (0.6") | 3d23mm (0.9") | 7d80mm (3.1") | 18d222mm (8.7") | 20d240mm (9.5") | 22d218mm (8.6") | 21d244mm (9.6") | 22d322mm (12.7") | 21d288mm (11.3") | 12d134mm (5.3") | 6d51mm (2.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in December.
November in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) is generally manageable, but with 12 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, and December.
Daytime highs average 33°C (91°F), cooling to 24°C (75°F) at night (daily average: 28°C (82°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 12 rain days with 134 mm (5.3 in) total.
Sun protection, a hat, and plenty of water are essential at these temperatures. Plan activities for early morning or evening.
Dry season — the best time for Ho Chi Minh City: temperatures around 30°C (86°F), little rain, the street terraces around Bến Thành Market buzzing. Tet in January/February is the emotional high point of the year: Nguyen Hue Boulevard in yellow apricot blossom and fireworks over the Saigon River.
Packing list for Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) in November
- Light summer clothes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City)?
- November is not an optimal month for Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) (Score: 69/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, and December.
- How warm is it in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) in November?
- In November, Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) sees daily highs of 33°C (91°F). Nights cool to 24°C (75°F), with a daily average of 28°C (82°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F).
- How much rain falls in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) in November?
- In November, Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) receives an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) get in November?
- Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in November — close to the annual average.
