January · Vietnam
Best time to visit Hoi An in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hoi An in January
Average temperature 21°C, 163 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 163 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Hoi An scores 5.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 163 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hoi An's Ancient Town is a trading port preserved in timber-framed houses, assembly halls, and the Japanese Covered Bridge over the Thu Bon River.
January in Hoi An: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 21°C (71°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
163 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Hoi An — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hoi An in January?
- In January, Hoi An averages 21°C, 163 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Hoi An?
- January earns a 5.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hoi An in January?
- Expect about 163 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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