VietnamAverage weather for Hồ Chí Minh in December
It's hot in December in Hồ Chí Minh with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Hồ Chí Minh with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Hồ Chí Minh is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In December, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Hồ Chí Minh in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
48 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Hồ Chí Minh?
December is a good month to be in Hồ Chí Minh for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The typhoon season in Hồ Chí Minh runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2023, Hồ Chí Minh reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Hồ Chí Minh
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Hồ Chí Minh, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Hồ Chí Minh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Hồ Chí Minh, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Hồ Chí Minh.
Daily UV index in December in Hồ Chí Minh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Hồ Chí Minh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Hồ Chí Minh over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Hồ Chí Minh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Hồ Chí Minh over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Hồ Chí Minh, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Hồ Chí Minh
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Average weather in Hồ Chí Minh by month
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