August could be a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +88°F, and there are typically 0 sunny days in August. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 263 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
263 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ho Chi Minh City has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Ho Chi Minh City in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +90°F with a maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +77°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +90°F.
Is Ho Chi Minh City warm or cold in August?
Ho Chi Minh City is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is one of the coolest months in Ho Chi Minh City, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Ho Chi Minh City in August
Ho Chi Minh City weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+73°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+95°F
+95°F
Rainfall
258 mm
263 mm
310 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
83%
83%
84%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1007 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
0
0
0
Rainy days
16
18
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 258 mm to 263 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 83%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Ho Chi Minh City in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Ho Chi Minh City is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Ho Chi Minh City based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 187 mm, with a 94% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Ho Chi Minh City, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Ho Chi Minh City wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 310 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 17% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Ho Chi Minh City?
This is the weather in Ho Chi Minh City in August 2023:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+89°F
3 August
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+88°F
4 August
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+90°F
5 August
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+90°F
6 August
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+91°F
7 August
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+92°F
8 August
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+90°F
9 August
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+92°F
10 August
☀️
+92°F
11 August
☁️
+92°F
12 August
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+93°F
13 August
☁️
+90°F
14 August
🌧️
+90°F
15 August
☁️
+89°F
16 August
☁️
+91°F
17 August
🌧️
+88°F
18 August
🌧️
+92°F
19 August
☁️
+91°F
20 August
🌧️
+86°F
21 August
☁️
+90°F
22 August
☁️
+91°F
23 August
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+92°F
24 August
☁️
+92°F
25 August
☁️
+92°F
26 August
☁️
+91°F
27 August
🌧️
+92°F
28 August
☁️
+90°F
29 August
🌧️
+90°F
30 August
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+89°F
31 August
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+89°F
In August 2023 Ho Chi Minh City had 7 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Ho Chi Minh City climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Ho Chi Minh City in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+88°F) and the highest in 2019 (+91°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 1461 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 2247 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ho Chi Minh City in August:
Is August a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
It’s always a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Ho Chi Minh City in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Ho Chi Minh City. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Ho Chi Minh City rainy in August?
Ho Chi Minh City is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Ho Chi Minh City in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ho Chi Minh City in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Vietnam
Check out the weather for other cities in Vietnam.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ho Chi Minh City, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.