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January is one of the excellent months to visit Cat Ba, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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49-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cat Ba typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
49-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cat Ba spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Cat Ba from 1991 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Vietnam and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Vietnam in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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