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Ho Chi Minh Municipality Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam in January.

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Planning a journey to Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ho Chi Minh Municipality in January

Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in Ho Chi Minh Municipality generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Ho Chi Minh City. 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 Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Cu Chi with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to low rainfall in Tan Phong with 28 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ho Chi Minh City enjoys about 244 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ho Chi Minh Municipality by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ho Chi Minh Municipality — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ho Chi Minh City)

January33°C (91°F) February34°C (93°F) March35°C (95°F) April36°C (97°F) May35°C (95°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ho Chi Minh Municipality in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ho Chi Minh 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 Ho Chi Minh Municipality

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam?

Temperature range in Ho Chi Minh Municipality (January)

Precipitation variation in Ho Chi Minh Municipality (January)

Ho Chi Minh City

In January Ho Chi Minh City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
244 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ho Chi Minh City →

An Nhơn Xã

In January An Nhơn Xã generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
244 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in An Nhơn Xã →

Cu Chi

In January Cu Chi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
244 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cu Chi →

Phú Trung

In January Phú Trung generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
244 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Phú Trung →

Tan Phong

In January Tan Phong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
244 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tan Phong →

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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 Ho Chi Minh Municipality in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ho Chi Minh City 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
An Nhơn Xã 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Cu Chi 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Phú Trung 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Tan Phong 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Ho Chi Minh Municipality weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam in January?

In January, Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam generally has tolerable weather conditions. Ho Chi Minh City sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam in January?

In Ho Chi Minh City, the average daytime high in January is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam during January, with Ho Chi Minh City averaging close to 27 mm (1.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam. Typically, the climate in Ho Chi Minh City is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly tolerable weather in Ho Chi Minh City. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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