January weather forecast
Lao Cai, Vietnam

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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, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Humidity

In Lao Cai, Vietnam, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lao Cai, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lao Cai, Vietnam, there are 188.3 rainfall days, and 770mm (30.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Lao Cai is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of January, 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

The months with the lowest UV index in Lao Cai are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in January leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Lao Cai?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 20.3°C (68.5°F) and as low as 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the average January temperature in Lao Cai?

Lao Cai in January has an average high-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Lao Cai?

In Lao Cai, Vietnam, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Lao Cai?

In Lao Cai, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Lao Cai?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lao Cai?

On the first day of January in Lao Cai, Vietnam, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lao Cai?

The month with the least sunshine in Lao Cai is January, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lao Cai?

In Lao Cai, Vietnam, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

What are the months with 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 Lao Cai?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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