Ho Chi Minh City vs Luang Prabang in January

Luang Prabang is the better pick in January — 88 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Luang Prabang is hot, dry, clean air, while Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, a little rain.

Ho Chi Minh City vs Luang PrabangJanuary climate, side by side

Ho Chi Minh CityLuang Prabang
Comfort score73/100 (B)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high37°C30°C
Avg high / low33° / 24°29° / 15°
Rainfall36 mm22 mm
Rainy days53
Humidity72%74%
Air quality (AQI)8644

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

Ho Chi Minh City vs Luang Prabang in January — FAQ

Is January better in Ho Chi Minh City or Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang is the better pick in January — 88 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Luang Prabang is hot, dry, clean air, while Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Ho Chi Minh City vs Luang Prabang in January?
In January, Ho Chi Minh City averages 33°C high / 24°C low with about 36 mm of rain; Luang Prabang averages 29°C high / 15°C low with about 22 mm.