Phnom Penh vs Nha Trang

Phnom Penh and Nha Trang are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Phnom Penh can feel quite hot at 32°C, so plan for heat. Nha Trang is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Phnom Penh is the stronger choice in January.

Phnom Penh reaches an average high of 32°C (90°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Nha Trang averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. There is a notable 6°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.

Phnom Penh receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Nha Trang sees 71 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Phnom Penh the drier option by 7 rain days and 56 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.