Weather in Vietnam in January

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January is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Vietnam. January is a good month for swimming in Vietnam with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Vietnam in the months of February, March, April, May, for the best beach weather.

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Temperature in Vietnam in January

The average maximum temperature in Vietnam in January is 27°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.

The average temperature in Vietnam in January is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Vietnam in January is 21°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.

Sunshine in Vietnam in January

The average day light hours per day in Vietnam in January are 11.5 and there are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.

The ultraviolet index in Vietnam in January is typically 10.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Vietnam in January

The average sea water temperature in Vietnam in January is 24.6° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Rainfall in Vietnam in January

The average total rainfall in Vietnam in January is 14.1cm and on average there are 6.8 rainy days in January making it a dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Vietnam in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Vietnam in January is 20° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Vietnam in January is typically 85.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.5% in the previous month and 88.7% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Vietnam in January is typically 69.9%. The average relative humidity is 73.5% in the previous month and 72.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Vietnam in January

The average maximum wind speed in Vietnam in January is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Vietnam in January is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Vietnam in January is from the East-Southeast.

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