Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is worth visiting in February for several reasons. Firstly, the weather is generally mild and dry, making it a great time to explore the city and its attractions. Secondly, February is the time of the Lunar New Year (Tet), which is a major festival in Vietnam and celebrated with colorful parades and cultural events. Finally, Ho Chi Minh City has a vibrant food scene, with a wide range of delicious street food and restaurants to try.
Ho Chi Minh weather in February
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Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons: a wet season and a dry season. February falls during the dry season, which generally lasts from December to April. During this time, the city experiences relatively low humidity and mild temperatures, making it a great time to visit. February is the driest month of the year, with only 2.5 mm of rainfall over one day. February also has the most amount of direct sunlight, with 8.8 hours of sunshine per day. This is the most sunshine that the city receives throughout the year, and February’s days are 11.8 hours long. 
Temperature: The average temperatures in Ho Chi Minh during February range from 23°C to 34°C, making it a hot month.
Rainy days: You can expect about 3 to 8 days of rain in Ho Chi Minh during the month of February.
Humidity: Humidity is at its lowest levels for the year, it is around 70%
| Min Temperature | 23.3°C | Precipitation | 9.9mm |
| Max Temperature | 34.0°C | Rainy Days | 5 days |
| Humidity | 60.9% | Sunshine Hours | 10 hours/ day |
Pros and cons:
Pros: February has great weather conditions in comparison with other months of the year
Cons: Many people avoid travelling in February as it can be Lunar New Year. The price for the tour, flight tickets, and other kinds of transfers can be increased by 30% – 50%.
What to do in Ho Chi Minh City in February
There are many things to see and do in Ho Chi Minh City in February. Here are some of the best activities and attractions:
Visit Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Nguyen Hue pedestrian street is the most popular travel destination for both locals and tourists in February. Every evening on new year’s occasion, this place often organizes many fun activities to attract tourists such as performing arts, live music, lion dance; the art of displaying flowers or pruning vegetables and fruits. There are also many food stalls to serve people participating in the event…
Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
Located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Notre Dame Cathedral is massive ancient French architecture, and it has become one of the symbols of Saigon, a popular destination for young people in Saigon as well as foreign tourists. The architecture of the church is a perfect combination between Roman architectural style and Gothic architectural style. The cathedra is not crowded in February, so you can freely explore this place.
Shop at Ben Thanh market
Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh is a great place for shopping. There, you can find many items at a reasonable price from local handicrafts to branded goods, Vietnamese art, and other souvenirs. Make sure you ask for a discount when buying things here as sellers often ask for a high price first. Besides, you can easily find the eating stalls, especially when the night falls. Wok-fried noodles, barbecued fish, and meats here are delicious, so do not miss them.
Visit Cu Chi tunnel
Cu Chi Tunnels is an underground system in Cu Chi district, 70 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh with a length of about 250 km. This system was dug by the Viet Minh and the National Front for the Liberation of Vietnam during the Indochina War and the Vietnam War. The tunnel system includes a clinic, bedrooms, a kitchen, a storage room, an office. Cu Chi area is a large historical relic, a place where you can learn a lot about Vietnam’s history. 
Take a river tour
The Saigon River runs through the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, and you can take a scenic river tour to see the city from a different perspective.
Generally, Ho Chi Minh City has a lot to offer visitors in February, from cultural events and historical landmarks to delicious food and beautiful parks.
Travel tips for Ho Chi Minh City in February
What to wear and pack
February is the driest month in Ho Chi Minh City, so you are advised to use moisturizing cream, drink more water, and bring along a water bottle whenever you go out
Travelling to Saigon in February, do not need to bring thick clothing, just bring airy and comfortable clothes. You’ll also need hats, face masks for going out under the heat, as well as walking shoes
Tips for the best experience
The first half of this month is usually the time for the Tet holiday and it is a good time for foreign tourists who want to join the most important festival of Vietnamese, get an insight into Vietnam’s culture. It would be great if you can visit a local family and enjoy the Tet feast with them. However, Tet is the longest vacation in Vietnam when many stores are closed and many local people travel home. If you plan to visit Vietnam in February, you should check if it falls in the Lunar New year. You still want to travel on this occasion, book a Ho Chi Minh package tour so everything will be taken care of for you.
If visiting during the Tet holiday, be prepared to find a lot of businesses, hotels and restaurants closed. Transportation may also be unavailable as many locals will be traveling home to the countryside to be with their families for the holiday. If you would like to travel to Hoi Chi Minh City during this time, book your tickets and accommodation in advance to avoid these challenges.
If you wish to experience the distinct culture of the Hoi Chi Minh City locals, consider visiting during February to observe their traditions through the Tet holiday. However, if you are not fond of crowds and the higher prices the Tet festival brings, consider visiting the city later during the year.
By following these travel tips, Compass Tourist hope you can have a comfortable and enjoyable trip to Ho Chi Minh City in February.