Mekong Delta Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in January.

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Planning a trip to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Mekong Delta in January

The Mekong Delta, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in the Mekong Delta generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Can Tho. During this period, Can Tho experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To explore the conditions in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 30 mm (1.2 in) in Can Tho.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Can Tho sees around 255 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Mekong Delta by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Mekong Delta — and find the best time to visit. (based on Can Tho)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March34°C (93°F) April35°C (95°F) May34°C (93°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) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Mekong Delta in January

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

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 the Mekong Delta

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam?

Temperature range in the Mekong Delta (January)

Precipitation variation in the Mekong Delta (January)

Can Tho

In January Can Tho generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
255 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Can Tho →

My Tho

In January My Tho generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°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
78 mm (3.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in My Tho →

Ben Tre

In January Ben Tre generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
255 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ben Tre →

Vĩnh Long

In January Vĩnh Long generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
255 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vĩnh Long →

Trà Vinh

In January Trà Vinh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
245 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Trà Vinh →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Mekong Delta, 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 the Mekong Delta in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Can Tho 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
My Tho 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Ben Tre 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Vĩnh Long 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Trà Vinh 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Cao Lãnh 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

The Mekong Delta weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in January?

Expect pleasant weather across the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in January. The popular destination of Can Tho averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam in January?

Daytime temperatures in Can Tho peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in January, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does the Mekong Delta, Vietnam get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Can Tho averages just 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for the Mekong Delta, Vietnam.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Mekong Delta, Vietnam?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit the Mekong Delta, Vietnam with overall perfect weather in Can Tho. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Mekong Delta, Vietnam is in January and February with generally pleasant weather in Can Tho. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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