Month guide · Ho Chi Minh City · Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City in October
What October is really like in Ho Chi Minh City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
October is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 19 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Still rainy, with the heaviest tidal flooding of the year possible in low-lying streets.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 19
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in October
October is the 10th-warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 19 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is about as warm; by November highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 05:42
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 17:35
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
Rainy season (May–October). Short, heavy afternoon storms and occasional flooding, but lower prices and lush countryside.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes October one of the better-value months to book.
Events in October
October has no major recurring festival in Ho Chi Minh City, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in October
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Street · District 1 (Đồng Khởi)
Nguyễn Huệ walking street
A broad pedestrian boulevard running from the yellow colonial City Hall, with a Ho Chi Minh statue in front, down to the Saigon River.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- After dark
- Kids
- Photo spot
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
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 25°C and 19 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Ho Chi Minh City in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still rainy, with the heaviest tidal flooding of the year possible in low-lying streets.
+How warm is Ho Chi Minh City in October?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ho Chi Minh City in October?
Expect rain on about 19 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.