Da Nang vs Hoi An

Da Nang and Hoi An 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.

Da Nang sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Hoi An is also comfortable at 28°C.

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

Da Nang reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Hoi An averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Da Nang receives approximately 172 mm of rainfall across 17 rain days during January. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Hoi An sees 79 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Hoi An the drier option by 10 rain days and 93 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.