Verdict: Excellent month
Hanoi Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Hanoi — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Hanoi.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
14°C / 57°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
61 mm
What to pack for Hanoi in January
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Hanoi: Jun (33°C / 91°F) · Coolest: Jan (21°C / 70°F) · Wettest: Aug (~25 rain days)
21°
14°
Jan
23°
16°
Feb
26°
19°
Mar
29°
21°
Apr
32°
25°
May
33°
27°
Jun
33°
27°
Jul
32°
26°
Aug
31°
25°
Sep
28°
22°
Oct
27°
19°
Nov
22°
14°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)