Bangkok vs Singapore

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bangkok edges ahead as the better destination in January. Bangkok offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 3 rain days, while Singapore sees 9 sunshine hours and 22 rain days.

Bangkok can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Singapore is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bangkok is the stronger choice in January. Bangkok receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Bangkok reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Singapore averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

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

Singapore sees 202 mm over 22 rain days. That makes Bangkok the drier option by 19 rain days and 187 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.