Vietnam (Hanoi) · 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 | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 22° (72°)14– (57–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 33° (91°)25– (77–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)29– (84–)38 (100) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 33° (91°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)34 (93) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)28 (82) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 15° (59°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h | 3h | 2h | 4h | 5h | 6h | 6h | 5h | 5h | 5h | 4h | 4h |
🌧Rain Days | 5d48mm (1.9") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 5d58mm (2.3") | 8d116mm (4.6") | 14d225mm (8.8") | 15d254mm (10.0") | 17d301mm (11.9") | 19d409mm (16.1") | 15d296mm (11.7") | 9d146mm (5.7") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 4d30mm (1.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Vietnam (Hanoi) at 20°C (68°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are March, April, and November.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). With 3 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (48 mm (1.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Hanoi in its best season: dry from November, temperatures between 18 and 25°C (64 and 77°F), ideal for exploring the 36 streets of the Old Quarter and taking boat trips in Ha Long Bay. Tet in January/February is the highlight of the year — peach blossom and fireworks at Hoan Kiem Lake.
Events & Festivals
- Tết Nguyên Đán (Vietnamese New Year)varies (January or February, lunar calendar)
Vietnam's most important festival. There are midnight fireworks at Hoan Kiem Lake, and the Old Quarter's flower markets burst into peach-blossom pink. In the days beforehand, the Quảng Bá flower market by West Lake makes an unforgettable impression.
Packing list for Vietnam (Hanoi) in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Vietnam (Hanoi)?
- January is not an optimal month for Vietnam (Hanoi) (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider March, April, and November.
- How warm is it in Vietnam (Hanoi) in January?
- In January, Vietnam (Hanoi) sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Vietnam (Hanoi) in January?
- In January, Vietnam (Hanoi) receives an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Vietnam (Hanoi) get in January?
- Vietnam (Hanoi) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
