Weather in Vietnam in Januari
Country-wide climate normals across 28 cities in Vietnam.
How Hot Is Vietnam in Januari?
Warm conditions cover Vietnam: capital Ho Chi Minh City averages 27°C, with the warmest cities at 32°C and the coolest at 20°C.
Sunshine in Vietnam in Januari
Variable weather dominates Vietnam in January: 3.1h of direct sun on a typical day in Ho Chi Minh City, with daylight from 6:15 am to 5:50 pm. Expect both bright and cloudy days across the month, and slight regional differences between coastal and inland zones.
Does It Rain In Vietnam In Januari?
Typical January rainfall covers Vietnam: about 62mm in Ho Chi Minh City across 9 days, with wetter conditions in coastal regions and drier conditions inland. Expect showers about half the days, but extended dry stretches between them. The pattern is variable but predictable.
Is Vietnam Humid In Januari?
Vietnam feels humid through January: 73% in Ho Chi Minh City, similar nationwide. Warm days feel several degrees hotter than the thermometer suggests, and morning mist or post-rain steam is common. Drier upland or interior regions may feel a bit less oppressive.
Wind In Vietnam In Januari
Gentle steady winds define Vietnam's January: Ho Chi Minh City averages 15 kph, with conditions consistent across most regions. The breeze keeps warm days bearable without being a nuisance.
Cloud Cover In Vietnam In Januari
Vietnam sees mostly cloudy weather through January: Ho Chi Minh City averages 63% cloud cover, and the pattern repeats across the country. Bright sun is uncommon; expect a grey, soft-lit feel to most days.