Vietnam (Da Nang) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 25° (77°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)38 (100) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)38 (100) | 36° (97°)31– (88–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)36 (97) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)31 (88) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 6h | 7h | 9h | 9h | 9h | 8h | 8h | 7h | 5h | 4h | 2h |
🌊Water Temp | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d90mm (3.5") | 2d20mm (0.8") | 3d31mm (1.2") | 3d54mm (2.1") | 3d65mm (2.6") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 6d98mm (3.8") | 6d123mm (4.9") | 11d393mm (15.5") | 16d634mm (25.0") | 14d449mm (17.7") | 12d268mm (10.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is one of the best travel months for Vietnam (Da Nang) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 25°C (77°F), and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), cooling to 20°C (68°F) at night (daily average: 22°C (72°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). With 4 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (90 mm (3.5 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
Cool and sometimes rainy, but Tet in January/February is the emotional high point of the year — Da Nang's bridges glow with lanterns and the Han River reflects the fireworks.
Events & Festivals
- Tết Nguyên Đán (Vietnamese New Year)varies (January or February, lunar calendar)
Da Nang's city centre glows with red lanterns for weeks; on New Year's Eve fireworks explode over the Dragon Bridge on the Han River — the most impressive backdrop in the country.
Packing list for Vietnam (Da Nang) in January
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Vietnam (Da Nang)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Vietnam (Da Nang) (Climate Score: 56/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C (77°F)), good sunshine (4 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Vietnam (Da Nang) in January?
- In January, Vietnam (Da Nang) sees daily highs of 25°C (77°F). Nights cool to 20°C (68°F), with a daily average of 22°C (72°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Vietnam (Da Nang) in January?
- In January, Vietnam (Da Nang) receives an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Vietnam (Da Nang) get in January?
- Vietnam (Da Nang) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Vietnam (Da Nang) in January?
- Water temperature in Vietnam (Da Nang) in January averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
