On the morning of December 17, the weather in Ho Chi Minh City was chilly, with light winds and a temperature of about 21 degrees Celsius at 6 a.m. The temperature dropped due to the influence of a cold air mass strengthening southward and spreading into the South.
Forecast on December 20-21, the lowest temperature in Ho Chi Minh City is around 20-21 degrees Celsius. On December 24 and 25, the temperature may drop lower. Daytime temperature is around 27-29 degrees Celsius, cloudy, sometimes rainy.
The actual outdoor temperature can be about 2 degrees Celsius lower than the lowest temperature measured by a specialized thermometer in the meteorological tent. Therefore, the outdoor temperature in Ho Chi Minh City and the highland areas in the Southeast sometimes drops below 20 degrees Celsius.
Residents and tourists in Ho Chi Minh City and the Southern provinces during Christmas can enjoy the cool weather in the early morning and at night. In particular, remember to bring a warm jacket when doing outdoor activities.