Dak Lak Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dak Lak, Vietnam in January.

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Buon Ma Thuot

Thinking about venturing to Dak Lak, Vietnam this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Dak Lak in January

Dak Lak, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in Dak Lak generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Buon Ma Thuot. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Dak Lak, Vietnam in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 11 mm (0.4 in) in Buon Ma Thuot.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Buon Ma Thuot gets approximately 250 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Dak Lak by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dak Lak — and find the best time to visit. (based on Buon Ma Thuot)

January29°C (84°F) February32°C (90°F) March34°C (93°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dak Lak in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dak Lak.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Dak Lak

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Dak Lak, Vietnam?

Buon Ma Thuot

In January Buon Ma Thuot generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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January
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December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
250 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Dak Lak, in Vietnam.

In our records: Vietnam January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Vietnam in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Vietnam dropped to -4°C (25°F) in Lai Châu on January 25, 2016.

Dak Lak weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dak Lak, Vietnam in January?

In January, Dak Lak, Vietnam generally has perfect weather conditions. Buon Ma Thuot sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Dak Lak, Vietnam in January?

Buon Ma Thuot averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does Dak Lak, Vietnam get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Dak Lak, Vietnam during January, with Buon Ma Thuot averaging close to 11 mm (0.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Dak Lak, Vietnam?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Dak Lak, Vietnam. Typically, the climate in Buon Ma Thuot is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in Buon Ma Thuot. The weather in March, April, May and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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