Vietnam Hoi An Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Hoi An is moderate
January is moderate for Hoi An.
Coolest month of the year — pleasant for walking the Old Town and great for tailor visits. Sea is on the chilly side at 23°C, so expect to swim only briefly. Some rainfall lingers from the wet season.
Travel score
Coolest pleasant month — quiet start to dry season
January Weather at a Glance
January transitions Hoi An from wet to dry season with 25/19°C daytime and lows around 19°C — cool by tropical standards, perfect for all-day Old Town walking without sweat. Sunshine averages 5 hours/day with 100mm rain still spread across 8 days, so umbrellas remain useful early in the month. By late January, dry-season patterns are firmly set.
January Travel Advice
Great month for Old Town strolling, tailor multi-fittings (you'll be comfortable through long appointments), cooking classes, and My Son Sanctuary visits. Beach swimming is brisk — pack a rash guard. Book hotels 4-6 weeks ahead. The monthly Lantern Festival (14th lunar day) typically falls early-mid January.
Flying In from Overseas
Northern hemisphere winter — appealing escape for travelers from Korea, Japan, Europe, and North America. Direct flights from Seoul (5h), Tokyo (5h), and Bangkok (2h) into Da Nang (DAD). Hotel rates 20-30% below February peak.
January Pricing Trends
Anantara Hoi An $200-400/night, boutique $80-150/night, hostels $8-20/night. Lantern Festival nights add $20-40 premium. Mid-month is cheapest window before Tết build-up.
Hoi An January Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
8
100mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
82%
high
UV Index
6
High
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
23°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pleasant 25°C days
- Lower crowds than peak Feb-Apr
- Lantern Festival fully active
- Tailors fully open
Cons
- 100mm rainfall still possible
- Sea chilly 23°C — short swims only
- Some Tết-related closures late January
January Events & Festivals
- Lunar New Year (Tết) preparation late January (varies year by year)
- Monthly full-moon Lantern Festival continues
Hoi An in January — Full Picture
Coolest month of the year — pleasant for walking the Old Town and great for tailor visits. Sea is on the chilly side at 23°C, so expect to swim only briefly. Some rainfall lingers from the wet season.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool tropical — t-shirt by day, light jacket or cardigan in the evening.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
30°C
23°C
4.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
33.7°C
25.3°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
28.3°C
22.3°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current25.3°C
19.7°C
7.7/mo
Hoi An Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25° | 19° | 8d·100mm | 5h | 82% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 26° | 20° | 4d·30mm | 6h | 80% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (Peak Dry Season) (Best) | 28° | 21° | 4d·25mm | 7h | 80% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 23° | 4d·30mm | 8h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 5d·50mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 26° | 7d·80mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 25° | 8d·90mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·130mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·250mm | 6h | 82% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 28° | 22° | 15d·530mm | 5h | 85% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 26° | 21° | 13d·360mm | 5h | 84% | 6 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 25° | 20° | 11d·220mm | 5h | 82% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Hoi An January Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Hoi An?
Hoi An in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Hoi An in January?
Hoi An January averages a high of 25°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Hoi An in January?
Hoi An January averages 100mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hoi An in January?
Cool tropical — t-shirt by day, light jacket or cardigan in the evening.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hoi An in January?
Hoi An January sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 17:55, with 11h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hoi An in January?
Hoi An January air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hoi An in January?
In January, Hoi An is great for Old Town lantern walks, Tailor multi-fitting visits, Cooking class at Red Bridge or Tra Que.
Is January peak season in Hoi An?
Hoi An January crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.