January - Mild weather
Immersed in the bustling atmosphere of Saigon traditional markets such as Ben Thanh, Binh Tay or An Dong in Cho Lon, everyone is busy preparing for the Lunar New Year. The most prominent is Ho Thi Ky flower market, with all kinds of chrysanthemums, orchids, borage, sand walls, coins... Large commercial centers at this time also have many attractive incentives at the end of the year.
Note: Traffic is crowded, you need to pay attention when traveling or be careful with your belongings. This is the right time to visit the famous associations and pagodas in Saigon.
February - Dry, sunny days, cool evenings
Saigon with the traditional Tet atmosphere, the scene on the wharf under the boat at Binh Dong flower market - only open from December 23, bright yellow apricots all over the streets and streets are decorated with vitality, especially in District 5. Two other prominent destinations are Nguyen Hue flower street and Ong Do street (Pham Ngoc Thach street), open from before to after Tet.
February is also the season of pink trumpet flowers, the flowers are shaped like bells, pastel pink and grow in clusters of about 5-12 flowers. Flowers grow a lot on Vo Van Kiet Street, Ham Nghi Street (District 1), Dien Bien Phu Street (Binh Thanh District) or Trung Son residential area (Binh Chanh District, bordering District 7, District 8).
February is the driest month, you should use moisturizer and drink plenty of water during the trip.
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March - Hot dry but still pleasant when the sun goes out
In March, the fluorescent flowers in Saigon bloom again. Flowers are planted as ornaments in many parks and sidewalks in Saigon, but the most beautiful are the trees along the inner city railway, running through District 3, Phu Nhuan. In particular, the section in the area of Le Van Sy and Nguyen Van Troi streets, trees are planted more, attracting many young people who love to take pictures.
Note: If you are photographing fluorescent flowers, pay attention to observe and stay away from the tracks, even if no trains are passing by.
April - Hot daytime, cool breeze at night
The highlight of April in Saigon is the golden osaka flower, which blooms in clusters hanging down like brilliant lanterns, along the Hoang Sa, Truong Sa and Dien Bien Phu streets. In April, you should visit the Reunification Palace and Cu Chi tunnels.
Note: The sun is hot and the rain is sudden, so the umbrella is probably a useful "companion" in your luggage.
May - The rainy season begins, the weather is hot and humid
Thunderstorms often appear in the evening with thunder, which usually happens very quickly, rushing down and then stopping immediately, so you can still continue your journey.
You will find joy in Saigon cuisine. It is a feeling of rubbing when enjoying the hot pot in the cool air of the rain that has just fallen. Some hot pot dishes suggested for you: goby fish hotpot, chili chicken hotpot, fish hotpot, beef hotpot...
Note: Sudden rain in hot weather can easily make people sick. Therefore, prepare flu medicines.
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June - Heavy rain, streets are easy to flood
Whether it is sunny or rainy, when you come to Saigon on this occasion, you should visit the largest fruit festival in Vietnam held in Suoi Tien (District 9) to enjoy tropical specialties such as rambutan, durian, mangosteen... or visit Nguyen Van Binh Book Street (District 1) to immerse yourself in the Reading Culture Festival (held in June every year).
Note: On heavy rainy days, you limit your movement or avoid Calmette, Co Giang, Ho Hao Hon (District 1), Ky Dong (District 3), Doan Van Bo, Vinh Khanh, Hoang Dieu (District 4), Duong Tu Giang, Tran Hung Dao, Nguyen Bieu, Nguyen Van Cu, Do Ngoc Thach (District 5)...
July - Rainy but still hot
When the rains fall, it is also the time when the lotus lakes in the suburbs of Saigon bloom brilliantly and picturesquely. The most prominent is Tam Da Lotus Lagoon, District 9, about 20 km from the center of Saigon.
Note: Rain in Saigon is usually concentrated in the afternoon and evening, you should take advantage of visiting outdoor spots in the morning. If you come to the lotus pond, early morning is also a good time to take photos when the sun is not too harsh.
August - Rain soothes the heat
You spend time enjoying Saigon coffee with all kinds of coffee, from racquet coffee, apartment coffee to flat coffee, garden coffee... Sitting and watching the rain fall in the nostalgic skies in Saigon will surely mark unforgettable memories in your heart.
Note: Besides the rain umbrella, you should still prepare sunscreen and lotion to protect yourself due to the rather erratic weather.
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September - Hot, humid, rainy
Saigon on this occasion is bustling with Mid-Autumn Festival, especially Luong Nhu Hoc lantern street in District 5.
The Nghinh Ong Festival in Can Gio is also held on the occasion of the 14th, 15th, and 16th month of the 8th lunar month. This is a festival with a long history, associated with the beliefs of fishermen in Can Gio waters with many activities to pray for a good fishing season.
Note: Can Gio is about 50 km from the center, a section that needs to be moved by ferry. In case of heavy rain and strong winds, this ferry route will stop operating to ensure safety.
October - Rainfall gradually decreases but the sun still "does not let go"
From the Vietnam Museum of History, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum to the Fine Arts Museum... All will help you have a deeper perspective on this vibrant famous destination.
Note: Museums in Saigon are open most days of the week and usually close at 17:00, the average ticket price is 30,000 VND/person.
November - Pleasant, cool weather at night
Cool weather at night is an ideal condition for tourists to explore the sleepless city of Saigon, with Bui Vien and Nguyen Hue walking streets, watching the Saigon River...
Note: You should be careful when exploring Saigon at night.
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December - Cool, dry
If you like shopping, shopping malls in the last months of the year are a paradise for you with a series of extremely deep discounts. On fashion streets such as Nguyen Trai, Le Van Sy, you will see many sale signs up to 50% off, 70% everywhere. You also don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the bustling Christmas atmosphere in churches, neighborhoods or shopping centers.
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