Vietnam - Weather in January

North Vietnam

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa, Ha Giang, Mu Cang Chai, Ninh Binh & Mai Chau

January is one of the driest months of the year in Hanoi and the north. Whilst you can expect plenty of sunshine and clear blue skies, temperatures in the north will remain quite cool (avg temp: 18 °C). Rainfall is at its lowest in January although a misty haze is not unusual, especially in coastal areas and around Halong Bay. In the far north conditions are dry but chilly and sometimes foggy, especially at night, so suitable clothing is recommended.

Central Vietnam

Hoi An, Danang, Hue, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, Dalat & Central Highlands

The weather in the centre of Vietnam is improving as the wet season draws to an end and prolonged rainfall becomes unlikely, especially during the 2nd half of the month (avg temp: 23°C). The change sees the beaches at Hoi An, Danang and Nha Trang shake off their winter coats and return to their glory days. Dalat and the Central Highlands are dry but chilly, especially at night so suitable clothing is recommended.

South Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet & Mui Ne, Mekong Delta, Ho Tram & Long Hai, Con Dao & Phu Quoc

It is all good news in the south with some of the best conditions of the year; blue skies and little, if any, rain expected across the region. The beaches within easy reach of Ho Chi Minh City - Phan Thiet & Mui Ne, Ho Tram & Long Hai - are basking in sunshine. As are the southern islands of Phu Quoc and Con Dao. Ho Chi Minh City remains a little cooler with low humidity (avg temp: 26°C).