Da Nang in January

In January, Da Nang averages 24°C (74°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 25 days of the month see precipitation (162 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

January offers comfortable temperatures in Da Nang, with some rain to plan around.

24°C
Avg high
20°C
Avg low
25
Rain days
162 mm
Rainfall

How January compares to the rest of the year in Da Nang

12th
warmest month of the 12
5th
wettest month of the 12
8%
of yearly rainfall falls in January
11 h 16 min
daylight on the 15th

January is one of the coolest months in Da Nang (12th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (5th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 5°C below the annual average (29°C). January runs roughly the same as December (24°C) and warms a further 1°C into February (24°C).

January sunrise & sunset in Da Nang

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:18 AM
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Sunset (15th)
5:34 PM
Day length
11 h 16 min

Times shown for Da Nang local time (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh), calculated for the 15th of January. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Da Nang — January

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of January, in Da Nang's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:18 AM – 5:58 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:58 AM – 6:58 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:54 PM – 5:54 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:54 PM – 6:34 PM

📅 When to book — Da Nang in January

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on January's tier (Shoulder) and Da Nang's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.
⚠ Christmas / New Year travel is a global premium-pricing event — many destinations 30-50% above normal. Book 4+ months ahead if your dates are Dec 20 - Jan 2.

January in Vietnam — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

🐲
Chinese New Year / Spring Festival
Travel surge · high impact

The largest annual human migration on earth — 300M+ people travel. Mainland China sees mass closures of restaurants, attractions, and shops for ~1 week; transport books out months ahead.

Plan: Travel within mainland China is genuinely hard during this window. Hong Kong/Singapore stay open but very busy. If you can shift dates, do.

Crowds & pricing — January in Da Nang

Shoulder

Da Nang is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — January in Da Nang

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
9.7
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Da Nang — January

23.9°C (75°F)
warm
comfortable for extended swimming

Across the year Da Nang's sea swings from 23.9°C (January) to 31.6°C (August) — January sits at 23.9°C.

Da Nang in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 24°C / 74°F 20°C / 68°F 162 mm 25
February 24°C / 76°F 20°C / 68°F 79 mm 18
March 27°C / 81°F 23°C / 73°F 67 mm 17
April 29°C / 85°F 24°C / 76°F 64 mm 17
May 32°C / 89°F 26°C / 80°F 69 mm 21
June 33°C / 92°F 27°C / 81°F 62 mm 20
July 33°C / 91°F 27°C / 80°F 143 mm 23
August 33°C / 91°F 27°C / 80°F 123 mm 24
September 31°C / 87°F 26°C / 78°F 230 mm 28
October 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 76°F 450 mm 29
November 27°C / 80°F 23°C / 74°F 334 mm 28
December 24°C / 75°F 21°C / 70°F 344 mm 26

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Da Nang in January?

In January, Da Nang averages a high of 24°C (74°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Da Nang in January?

January is quite rainy in Da Nang, with about 25 rainy days on average.

Is January a good time to visit Da Nang?

January is warm but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Da Nang in January?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full January packing list for Da Nang for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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