Hanoi vs Vientiane

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vientiane edges ahead as the better destination in January. Vientiane offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Hanoi sees 4 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.

Hanoi sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Vientiane is also comfortable at 27°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vientiane is the stronger choice in January. Vientiane receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Hanoi reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Vientiane averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Hanoi receives approximately 41 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Vientiane sees 10 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Vientiane the drier option by 6 rain days and 31 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.