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Ha Noi Municipality Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam in January.

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Considering a trip to Ha Noi Municipality, 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 Ha Noi Municipality in January

Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in Ha Noi Municipality generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Hanoi. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

For a closer look at conditions across Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Hanoi.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Hanoi receives roughly 68 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Ha Noi Municipality by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ha Noi Municipality - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hanoi)

January21°C (70°F) February23°C (73°F) March26°C (79°F) April30°C (86°F) May33°C (91°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August34°C (93°F) September33°C (91°F) October31°C (88°F) November27°C (81°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ha Noi Municipality in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ha Noi Municipality.

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 Ha Noi Municipality

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam?

Temperature range in Ha Noi Municipality (January)

Precipitation variation in Ha Noi Municipality (January)

Hanoi

In January Hanoi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
68 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Hanoi →

Noi Bai

In January Noi Bai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
68 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Noi Bai →

Thach Loi

In January Thach Loi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
72 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Thach Loi →

Ðinh Thôn

In January Ðinh Thôn generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
68 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Ðinh Thôn →

Dich Vong Trung

In January Dich Vong Trung generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
68 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Dich Vong Trung →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ha Noi Municipality, 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.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ha Noi Municipality in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hanoi 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Noi Bai 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Thach Loi 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Ðinh Thôn 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Dich Vong Trung 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Cao Ðình 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Ha Noi Municipality weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam in January?

In January, Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam generally has excellent weather conditions. Hanoi sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam in January?

Average temperatures in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam during January range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Hanoi.

Does Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam. Hanoi averages only about 47 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Ha Noi Municipality, Vietnam. Typically, the climate in Hanoi is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide excellent weather in Hanoi. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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