VietnamAverage weather for Lào Cai in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Lào Cai with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Lào Cai with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 13°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Lào Cai is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 66 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Lào Cai in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
19°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
66 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Lào Cai?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Lào Cai. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2023, Lào Cai reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Lào Cai
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Lào Cai, 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 Lào Cai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Lào Cai, 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 12 days of precipitation in Lào Cai.
Daily UV index in January in Lào Cai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Lào Cai, 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 Lào Cai over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Lào Cai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Lào Cai over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Lào Cai, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Lào Cai
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Average weather in Lào Cai by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lào Cai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
