Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh City in January

Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City are nearly tied in January — 73 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Bangkok is sweltering, dry, poor air quality; Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, a little rain.

Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh CityJanuary climate, side by side

BangkokHo Chi Minh City
Comfort score73/100 (B)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high36°C37°C
Avg high / low33° / 24°33° / 24°
Rainfall21 mm36 mm
Rainy days45
Humidity66%72%
Air quality (AQI)15486

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh City in January — FAQ

Is January better in Bangkok or Ho Chi Minh City?
Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City are nearly tied in January — 73 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Bangkok is sweltering, dry, poor air quality; Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh City in January?
In January, Bangkok averages 33°C high / 24°C low with about 21 mm of rain; Ho Chi Minh City averages 33°C high / 24°C low with about 36 mm.