VietnamAverage weather for Hồ Chí Minh in January
It's hot in January in Hồ Chí Minh with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Hồ Chí Minh with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 24°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Hồ Chí Minh is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Hồ Chí Minh in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
23 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Hồ Chí Minh?
January is a good month to be in Hồ Chí Minh for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2016, Hồ Chí Minh reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Hồ Chí Minh
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Hồ Chí Minh, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Hồ Chí Minh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Hồ Chí Minh, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Hồ Chí Minh.
Daily UV index in January in Hồ Chí Minh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Hồ Chí Minh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Hồ Chí Minh over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Hồ Chí Minh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Hồ Chí Minh over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Hồ Chí Minh, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Hồ Chí Minh
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Average weather in Hồ Chí Minh by month
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