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Vung Tau Weather in January
Vung Tau in January averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
Rainfall in Vung Tau in January
On average, there are about 7 days with rain during this month, averaging 23 mm (0.9 in). Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.
Temperature in Vung Tau in January
January tends to be one of the excellent months in Vung Tau, with 29°C (84°F) in the afternoon and 24°C (75°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 24°C (75°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Vung Tau in January
Enjoy a sunny month with about 262 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Vung Tau even more beautiful.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
Vung Tau Temperature in January
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
23 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
78%
Sunshine
262 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Vung Tau Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Vung Tau typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for Vung Tau in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Vung Tau spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Vung Tau historical weather extremes in January
Based on 41 years of weather observations in Vung Tau between 1984 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- Vung Tau recorded its highest January temperature of 38°C (100°F) on January 12, 1988.
- On January 13, 2003, Vung Tau saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 21°C (70°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 16°C (61°F) on January 7, 1995, marking the coldest January night on record.
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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).
What to Wear in Vung Tau in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Vung Tau in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Vung Tau 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Ho Chi Minh City
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29°C (84°F) Vung Tau29°C (84°F) Nha Trang
27°C (81°F) Da Lat25°C (77°F) Hoi An
25°C (77°F) Da Nang25°C (77°F) Hanoi
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