Weather in Vietnam for January 2026
In general, the average temperature in Vietnam at the beginning of January is 22.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 20.1 °C by the end of January.
The climate of Vietnam in January is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 37.5 mm of precipitation.
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Vietnam in January average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  22° | 2  23° | 3  22° | 4 23° | |||
| 5 22° | 6 23° | 7  22° | 8 21° | 9 20° | 10 20° | 11  18° |
| 12 21° | 13 23° | 14 24° | 15 23° | 16 21° | 17  20° | 18 20° |
| 19 22° | 20 22° | 21 22° | 22 22° | 23 22° | 24 21° | 25  19° |
| 26 20° | 27 20° | 28 20° | 29 21° | 30 20° | 31 21° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Vietnam
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 22° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 23° /14° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Jan. | Overcast | 22° /15° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 4 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 23° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 5 Jan. | Overcast | 22° /15° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 6 Jan. | Overcast | 23° /17° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /15° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| 9 Jan. | Overcast | 20° /14° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /14° | 4.3 mm | 4 | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 18° /14° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 21° /13° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| 13 Jan. | Sunny | 23° /14° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 14 Jan. | Sunny | 24° /14° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /15° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 16 Jan. | Overcast | 21° /16° | 0.9 mm | 5 | |
| 17 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 20° /13° | 2.8 mm | 5 | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /13° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 22° /13° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 22° /15° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 22° /15° | 2.7 mm | 5 | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /14° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 24 Jan. | Overcast | 21° /14° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 25 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 19° /15° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /14° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 20° /14° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /13° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 29 Jan. | Cloudy | 21° /11° | 1.9 mm | 5 | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /12° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /14° | 1 mm | 5 | |
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Guide for Vietnam in January
In January, Vietnam experiences varied weather conditions, with the northern regions typically being cooler than the south. At the beginning of the month, Hanoi, located in the north, tends to have cool and damp weather with an average temperature of 15°.
The central regions, such as Hue and Da Nang, also experience cool temperatures around 20°. However, as the month progresses, the temperatures in these areas tend to rise slightly.
Moving towards the end of January, the southern city of Ho Chi Minh City enjoys warmer weather with average temperatures around 28°. The southern region generally experiences dry and pleasant conditions during this time, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking warmer climates.
The coastal areas, including Phu Quoc and Nha Trang, also offer comfortable temperatures around 26° and are perfect for beach vacations.
Overall, January in Vietnam offers a diverse range of weather conditions, from cooler temperatures in the north to warmer and drier climates in the south.
Travelers can choose their preferred destinations based on their weather preferences, whether it's exploring the cultural sites in the north or relaxing on the beaches in the south.
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