What is the weather like in Halong Bay in January?

Expect temperatures between 15°C and 19°C with 11% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Halong Bay in January?

Halong Bay in January scores 58/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Halong Bay in January?

January in Halong Bay is ideal for: Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Halong Bay Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

19°C

Hottest around day 4

Avg Low

15°C

Coolest around day 28

Rainy Days

0days

11% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

18.2°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Halong Bay coastline

Essential Travel Info for Halong Bay

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Currency

VND

₫ Vietnamese đồng

Language

Vietnamese

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.786

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Remote

10/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat (SGN)

Da Nang (DAD)

Nha Trang Cam Ranh (CXR)

Seoul Incheon (ICN)

Dalat Lien Khuong (DLI)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Vietnam.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Vietnam.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Vietnam take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasRural areas only; rare cases in the Mekong and Red River DeltasNone in the cities of Da Nang, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Nha Trang, and Quy NhonDrug resistanceChloroquine and mefloquineSpeciesP. vivax(55%)P. falciparum(44%)P. knowlesi,6P. malariae, andP. ovale(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisProvinces of Bình Dương, Bình Phước, Đắk Lắk, Đắk Nông, Gia Lai, Khánh Hòa, Kon Tum, Lâm Đồng, Ninh Thuận, Tây Ninh: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission (except Mekong and Red River Deltas): Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Mekong and Red River Deltas: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Halong Bay?

👌Good option with minor considerations(58/100)

Short Answer

January brings storm season risk to Halong Bay. While typical weather is 20°C with 11% rain, plan for potential disruptions and secure cancellation-friendly bookings.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 11% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.48m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

80% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 19.5°C, 11% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 99/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Halong Bay in January averages 19°C with 11% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Halong Bay in January

What are the temperatures in Halong Bay in January?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 15°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Halong Bay in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Halong Bay in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in Halong Bay?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Halong Bay Weather in January