January weather forecast
Lao Cai, Vietnam

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in January

The year begins in Lao Cai, Vietnam, with moderate temperatures and relative humidity; January displays a cooler and dryer state compared with the following February. Sunshine hours are ample, making the days vibrant, while nights cool down considerably, offering respite from the daylight warmth. Visitors seeking the outdoors would find this climate suitable for exploration, although, packing warmer clothing for the nights would be sensible. Annual wind speeds are at their highest, reaching 7.1km/h (4.4mph). January’s climate foreshadows the slight escalation of warmth and humidity that February brings with it.

Temperature

In Lao Cai, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lao Cai, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Lao Cai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.3 days and collects up to 770mm (30.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:50 +07.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Lao Cai, Vietnam, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and a minimum of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What are the temperatures in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Lao Cai, records 20.3°C (68.5°F), while the low-temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lao Cai have in January?

In Lao Cai, the average day length in January is 10h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, in Lao Cai, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:50 +07.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lao Cai?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average temperature in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average pressure in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005.1mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average wind speed in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average humidity in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, October and November (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (60%).

Average rainfall in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average rainfall in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average rainfall days in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average sunshine days in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average UV index in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average cloud cover in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Lao Cai, Vietnam

Average visibility in January - Lao Cai, Vietnam
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is March (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (7km).

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location