Ninh Binh

The Red River Delta Weather in January

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

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Ninh Binh Hưng Yên Nam Định Hải Dương

Planning a journey to the Red River Delta, 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 the Red River Delta in January

The Red River Delta, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. January in the Red River Delta generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Ninh Binh. While January might be the chilliest month, the Red River Delta, Vietnam offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Red River Delta, Vietnam, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nam Định with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Hải Dương with 41 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Ninh Binh sees roughly 78 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore the Red River Delta by month

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Best Places to Visit in the Red River Delta in January

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

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

Temperature range in the Red River Delta (January)

Precipitation variation in the Red River Delta (January)

Ninh Binh

In January Ninh Binh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
78 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ninh Binh →

Hưng Yên

In January Hưng Yên generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
76 hours
44 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hưng Yên →

Nam Định

In January Nam Định generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
76 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nam Định →

Hải Dương

In January Hải Dương 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 perfect 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
133 hours
77 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hải Dương →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ninh Binh 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Hưng Yên 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Nam Định 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Hải Dương 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

The Red River Delta weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Red River Delta, Vietnam in January?

January in the Red River Delta, Vietnam brings perfect weather. In Ninh Binh, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in the Red River Delta, Vietnam in January?

Average temperatures in the Red River Delta, Vietnam during January range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Ninh Binh.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Red River Delta, Vietnam during January, with Ninh Binh averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

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

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to the Red River Delta, Vietnam. Typically, the climate in Ninh Binh is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Ninh Binh. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Red River Delta.

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