January · Vietnam
Best time to visit Dalat in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dalat in January
Average temperature 20°C, 52 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Dalat scores 8.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 20°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dalat is a French-era hill station in Vietnam's Central Highlands, set around a lake among pine woods and coffee farms.
January in Dalat — reliably good (3rd best month)
Trail conditions at 20°C (68°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 52 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dalat in January?
- In January, Dalat averages 20°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Dalat?
- January earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dalat in January?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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