Ho Chi Minh City skyline at sunset

Ho Chi Minh City in September

Humid, rainy and atmospheric

The short answer

September is a below-average month in Ho Chi Minh City.

September is typically the wettest month in Ho Chi Minh City, with high humidity and frequent rainfall. It suits travelers who do not mind adapting plans around tropical showers.

5.5/10 overall24–30°CLow crowdsLow
Weather5/10
Crowds5.5/10
Prices6.5/10
Events7/10

September in detail

What September actually feels like

Weather
24–30°C
Humid, rainy and atmospheric
Crowds
Low
Low
Prices
Low
Low

+Quieter atmosphere

–Peak rainfall

My tip for September

Use weather apps to time outdoor excursions between showers.

  • food
  • culture

How September compares

Against the other eleven months

10th of 12 overall in Ho Chi Minh City, 11th for weather, 9th for space, 9th for value. The emptiest month is February; the best value is February.

See all twelve months for Ho Chi Minh City

Not set on September?

Months I'd choose over September

Still going to Ho Chi Minh City in September?

Book early and plan around the busiest hours — peak rainfall

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