Is January a good month to visit Ninh Binh?
January is generally an ideal time to travel to Ninh Binh. The decent weather, with less rain and a blue sky, is favorable for joining outdoor activities like trekking to Cuc Phuong National Park and hiking to Mua Cave.
Traveling to Ninh Binh in January also offers you chances to experience colorful preparation of Tết—the biggest event in Vietnam.
What’s the weather like in Ninh Binh in January?
The temperature in Ninh Binh ranges from 7ºC (44°F) to 27ºC (80ºF) during January. As it turns to the end of the month, the temperature might drop to 10 degrees Celsius, which leads to chilly and cold air.
However, there is less rain in Ninh Binh during this month, with only 9 average rainy days. The rainfall is also relatively low, about 24mm with 85% humidity.
Note: Metrics are based on 2024 data.
Things to do in Ninh Binh in January
Attend the Lunar New Year Fair at Ninh Binh Walking Street
One of the most anticipated events in January is the preparation for Lunar New Year—the most important holiday for the Vietnamese. If you visit Ninh Binh during this time, do not miss that, and the best place to go should be Ninh Binh Walking Street.
The entire street will be beautifully decorated in red from the end of January, and various special events will be held here. To get to know more about this special Tet, you could drop by the Water Pavilion to enjoy traditional art performances such as Ky Lan Thi Ca or join the Year End Flower Fair.
Travelers with family can stop by arts and crafts stores along Ky Lan Lake to try on traditional costumes, draw calligraphy, or taste Ninh Binh specialties like crispy rice, mountain goat meat, Vietnamese fermented pork rolls, etc.
Trekking in Cuc Phuong National Park
For trekking enthusiasts, January brings you perfect weather to trek the Cuc Phuong National Park. Known as the first national park in Vietnam, Cuc Phuong preserves up to 2234 different plant species and is home to the Wildlife Conservation Center, protecting various rare animals such as binturongs, or pangolins.
During January, all 5 trekking paths in Cuc Phuong are clear, dry, and less rainy. Moreover, flora and fauna grow strongly in the park this time, offering beautiful scenery along the way.
Hiking to Mua Cave Viewpoint.
In January, the sky is clear and the weather is breezy, which is ideal for hiking the 500 staircases to Mua Cave Viewpoint. The viewpoint is long known for its panoramic view of Ninh Binh and now becomes even more stunning under the clear sky.
Besides, the Mua Cave Ecolodge at the foot of Mua mountain is also decorated with colorful lanterns, charming apricot flowers, and gorgeous peach blossoms for the Tet holiday.
Local Tips
- Remember to bring warm clothes, as Ninh Binh could get pretty cold at night, especially during the last days of the month.
- January is one of the peak seasons in Ninh Binh, so accommodations and travel services could be quickly filled. Book everything in advance to avoid travel interruption.
- If you plan to do a lot of trekking or hiking, we highly recommend sports shoes.
