Gia Lai Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gia Lai, Vietnam in January.

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Pleiku

Considering a trip to Gia Lai, Vietnam this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Gia Lai in January

Gia Lai, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in Gia Lai 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 18°C (64°F) in Pleiku.

For specific regional insights in Gia Lai, Vietnam, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 9.1 mm (0.4 in) in Pleiku. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Pleiku typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Pleiku gets approximately 269 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Gia Lai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gia Lai - and find the best time to visit. (based on Pleiku)

January29°C (84°F) February31°C (88°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gia Lai in January

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

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 Gia Lai

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Gia Lai, Vietnam?

Pleiku

In January Pleiku generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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January
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December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
269 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gia Lai, 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.

Gia Lai weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gia Lai, Vietnam in January?

January in Gia Lai, Vietnam brings excellent weather. In Pleiku, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Gia Lai, Vietnam in January?

Daytime temperatures in Pleiku peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Gia Lai, Vietnam get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gia Lai, Vietnam during January, with Pleiku averaging close to 9.1 mm (0.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Gia Lai, Vietnam?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Gia Lai, Vietnam. Typically, the climate in Pleiku is excellent. 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, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Pleiku. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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