Vietnam Phu Quoc Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Phu Quoc is very-high
Phu Quoc Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 23°
- Rainfall
- 30mm · 3 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Phu Quoc in January averages a high of 30°C and low of 23°C with 30mm of rain over about 3 days. Tropical light — t-shirt, shorts, sandals. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+. Light AC layer for over-air-conditioned malls and evening sea breeze on Long Beach. Modest cover-up for Cao Dai Temple visits (shoulders + knees covered).
January is very-high for Phu Quoc.
January is the single best month to visit Phu Quoc — driest, coolest tropical highs, calmest Gulf-of-Thailand seas, and crystal-clear visibility for An Thoi archipelago snorkeling. The trade-off is maximum hotel pricing and the year's heaviest tourist crush — book accommodation 8-12 weeks ahead at JW Marriott Emerald Bay, InterContinental Long Beach, and Salinda.
Beach conditions are ideal: Sao Beach, Long Beach, Bai Khem, and Ong Lang all have calm water and consistent swimming. An Thoi snorkel + Hon Thom Cable Car day combos run with 95%+ reliability (rare cancellations). The 7,899m Hon Thom cable car operates with maximum visibility — the Mediterranean-blue water below is at its clearest.
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Peak dry season — best month of the year for beaches and Hon Thom
January Weather at a Glance
January in Phu Quoc averages 86°F / 30°C highs and 73°F / 23°C lows with only 3 rainy days and 30mm of rain. Humidity at 73% is manageable, sea temperature 27°C ideal for swimming, and Gulf-of-Thailand visibility at 15-20m makes An Thoi snorkeling spectacular. Sunset 6:00 PM, blue-hour through 6:30 PM at Sunset Sanato + Kiss Bridge.
January Travel Advice
Pre-book Hon Thom Cable Car combo (VND 500,000 / $20 standalone, VND 800,000 / $32 with Aquatopia + beach club) 1-3 days ahead — January demand peaks. Sunset at Sunset Town (Mui Ong Doi cape + Kiss Bridge by Joao Falcao) arrive by 17:30 for parking. Reef-safe sunscreen mandatory at An Thoi marine zones. Modest dress for Cao Dai Temple. Dinh Cau Night Market seafood peaks 19:00-22:00.
Flying In from Overseas
Asia winter escape destination for Australians (peak inbound — Jetstar charters), Europeans (Northern Hemisphere winter, French + German + Russian direct charters), and Koreans (Korean Air + VietJet + Jeju Air + T'way direct from Seoul). Direct flights from Seoul $400-700 (5h), Singapore $200-400 (2h direct), Hong Kong $300-500 (3h direct), Bangkok $150-300 (1h45 direct), Sydney $700-1,100 (Bali connection). 30-day visa-free entry at Phu Quoc for ALL nationalities (special-zone policy since 2014); 45-day bilateral for Korean passports anywhere in Vietnam.
January Pricing Trends
Year's highest pricing: Long Beach 4-star $80-180/night, Sao Beach mid-range $100-220, JW Marriott Emerald Bay villas $500-1,200. Hon Thom cable car combo $32 (vs $25 shoulder). Grab Duong Dong-Long Beach $5-8. Flights from Seoul $500-800.
Phu Quoc January Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
23°C
Rainy Days
3
30mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
moderate
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
27°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
33°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Driest month + calmest seas
- Hon Thom + An Thoi crystal-clear visibility
- Cool tropical 23-30°C with low humidity
Cons
- Year's highest hotel rates
- Maximum tourist crowds at Hon Thom cable car + Sao Beach
- Sunset Sanato + Kiss Bridge overcrowded
January Events & Festivals
- Peak dry season — best beach month of the year
- Christmas-New Year European holiday tail
- Korean Lunar New Year week (varies, late Jan or early Feb)
Phu Quoc in January — Full Picture
January is the single best month to visit Phu Quoc — driest, coolest tropical highs, calmest Gulf-of-Thailand seas, and crystal-clear visibility for An Thoi archipelago snorkeling. The trade-off is maximum hotel pricing and the year's heaviest tourist crush — book accommodation 8-12 weeks ahead at JW Marriott Emerald Bay, InterContinental Long Beach, and Salinda.
Beach conditions are ideal: Sao Beach, Long Beach, Bai Khem, and Ong Lang all have calm water and consistent swimming. An Thoi snorkel + Hon Thom Cable Car day combos run with 95%+ reliability (rare cancellations). The 7,899m Hon Thom cable car operates with maximum visibility — the Mediterranean-blue water below is at its clearest.
Western New Year week (Dec 28-Jan 5) hotel rates spike +60-100% from baseline; Korean Lunar New Year falls in late January or early February depending on the year — flights from Seoul double during the holiday week.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical light — t-shirt, shorts, sandals. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+. Light AC layer for over-air-conditioned malls and evening sea breeze on Long Beach. Modest cover-up for Cao Dai Temple visits (shoulders + knees covered).
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
32.3°C
25.7°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
25°C
19.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30°C
24.3°C
15/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current30°C
23.3°C
3.7/mo
Phu Quoc Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 23° | 3d·30mm | 9h | 73% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 31° | 24° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 73% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 32° | 25° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 33° | 26° | 7d·100mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 26° | 14d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 18d·270mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 20d·320mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 21d·350mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 25° | 19d·320mm | 6h | 82% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 30° | 24° | 16d·240mm | 6h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 30° | 24° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 76% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 29° | 23° | 5d·60mm | 8h | 73% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Phu Quoc?
Phu Quoc in January is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Phu Quoc in January?
Phu Quoc January averages a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C.
Does it rain much in Phu Quoc in January?
Phu Quoc January averages 30mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Phu Quoc in January?
Tropical light — t-shirt, shorts, sandals. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+. Light AC layer for over-air-conditioned malls and evening sea breeze on Long Beach. Modest cover-up for Cao Dai Temple visits (shoulders + knees covered).
What time are sunrise and sunset in Phu Quoc in January?
Phu Quoc January sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 18:00, with 11h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Phu Quoc in January?
Phu Quoc January air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Phu Quoc in January?
In January, Phu Quoc is great for Sao Beach + Bai Khem day, Hon Thom Cable Car + Aquatopia, An Thoi snorkel day tour.
Is January peak season in Phu Quoc?
Phu Quoc January crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.