Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Hoi An in January
This is the coldest month in Hoi An: highs average 76°F (24°C) and lows 67°F (20°C), with about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain.
It scores 67/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (79 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What January feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 67°F (20°C).
With 87% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (79 mm).
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February & March).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 3.1 in (79 mm) after 9.8 in (249 mm) in December.
- Comfort improves from 45/100 in December to 67/100.
- Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Quick-dry fabrics87% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hoi An in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Morning Glory Restaurant
Old-town restaurant serving Hoi An street dishes like white rose dumplings in a sit-down setting.
Why now January scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
An Bang Beach
Relaxed beach with seafood shacks and loungers 4 km from town.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 3.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Japanese Covered Bridge
Late-1500s covered bridge with a small temple, the old town's landmark.
Tan Ky Old House
Two-century-old merchant house blending Japanese, Chinese and Vietnamese design.
Thanh Ha Pottery Village
Riverside village of potters making terracotta wares; try the wheel.
Nearby in January
- Da Nang in January~15 mi · highs 76°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hue in January~64 mi · highs 75°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~156 m to Hoi An's ~7 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hoi An in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Hoi An?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 67/100 against a best of 79 in February & March. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain. Our Central Vietnam Food & Heritage route recommends Feb – Apr, so January is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hoi An in January?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hoi An in January?
Some: about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 87.0 in (2209 mm).
What should I pack for Hoi An in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), quick-dry fabrics (87% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Hoi An in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.