Month guide · Ho Chi Minh City · Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City in March
What March is really like in Ho Chi Minh City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City. Expect average highs of 34°C (93°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Very hot and dry, with clear skies; plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 34°C (93°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in March
March is the 2nd-warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City: days average 34°C (93°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with February (33°C (91°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 35°C (95°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:01
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:04
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
Dry season (December–March). Sunny, slightly less humid and the most comfortable time for sightseeing and Mekong trips; Tết brings closures.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in March
March has no major recurring festival in Ho Chi Minh City, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in March
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Đa Kao
Jade Emperor Pagoda
Visit in the morning, dress modestly and avoid photographing worshippers at close range.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Neighbourhood · Chợ Lớn (District 5)
Chợ Lớn temples and Bình Tây Market
The Chinese quarter's highlights include the 18th-century Thiên Hậu Temple, dedicated to the goddess of the sea and hung with giant incense coils, several ornate clan assembly halls, and Bình Tây Market, a wholesale market built around a central courtyard.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Food
- Shopping
- Free
- Photo spot
Zoo · District 1 (Đồng Khởi)
Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Go early in the morning when animals are more active and the gardens are cool.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
- History
Park · District 1 (Đồng Khởi)
Tao Đàn Park
A large shaded park where locals practise tai chi, badminton and dance from dawn.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 34°C, lows near 25°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
One of the best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City. The other best months are December–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
It is one of the best months to visit Ho Chi Minh City. Very hot and dry, with clear skies; plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.
+How warm is Ho Chi Minh City in March?
Average highs are around 34°C (93°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ho Chi Minh City in March?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.