Sakon Nakhon Province Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand in January.

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Sakon Nakhon Amphoe Sawang Daen Din Ban Phang Khwang Tai

Thinking about venturing to Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sakon Nakhon Province in January

Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand is a region in Thailand. January in Sakon Nakhon Province generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Sakon Nakhon. 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 Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 7.5 mm (0.3 in) in Sakon Nakhon.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Sakon Nakhon gets approximately 271 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Sakon Nakhon Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sakon Nakhon Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sakon Nakhon)

January30°C (86°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) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sakon Nakhon Province in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sakon Nakhon Province.

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 Sakon Nakhon Province

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand?

Temperature range in Sakon Nakhon Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Sakon Nakhon Province (January)

Sakon Nakhon

In January Sakon Nakhon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
271 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Amphoe Sawang Daen Din

In January Amphoe Sawang Daen Din generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Ban Phang Khwang Tai

In January Ban Phang Khwang Tai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
271 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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In our records: Thailand January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Thailand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Thailand was 10°C (50°F) in Chiang Rai on January 25, 2016.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sakon Nakhon Province in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sakon Nakhon 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Amphoe Sawang Daen Din 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Ban Phang Khwang Tai 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 7.6 mm (0.3 in)

Sakon Nakhon Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand in January?

January in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand brings pleasant weather. In Sakon Nakhon, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand in January?

In Sakon Nakhon, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Sakon Nakhon averages just 7.5 mm (0.3 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand. Typically, the climate in Sakon Nakhon is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand is in January, February, November and December with generally pleasant weather in Sakon Nakhon. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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