Vietnam in January
Cool and misty in the north, hot and dry in the south, with Tết closing much of the country.
Is January a good time to visit Vietnam?
January sits mid-range in Vietnam — around 58/100 nationally. June is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in January
- Tết Nguyên Đán, lunar new year (movable)
How January compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Vietnam?
January sits mid-range in Vietnam — around 58/100 nationally. June is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Vietnam in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Vietnam sits near 58/100 in January. The calmest of them is Hanoi.
What is the weather like in Vietnam in January?
Expect average highs near 20°C and lows near 15°C, with roughly 8 wet days — though Vietnam varies by region.