{"id":28462,"date":"2022-10-26T23:30:04","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T23:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-january-in-phu-quoc-vietnam\/"},"modified":"2022-10-26T23:30:07","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T23:30:07","slug":"what-to-do-in-january-in-phu-quoc-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-january-in-phu-quoc-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in January in Phu Quoc, Vietnam - 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ph\u00fa Qu\u1ed1c is the largest island in Vietnam. Its primary industries are fishing, agriculture, and a fast-growing tourism sector.<\/p>

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Before we have a look at what you can do in Phu Quoc, let's first look at the weather you can expect in January.

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January weather in Phu Quoc Vietnam<\/h2>To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in January in Phu Quoc Vietnam, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if January is comfortable or humid

Generally, January in Phu Quoc Vietnam will be quite hot. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 89\u00b0F \/ 32\u00b0C. But due to the very high humidity, it can feel very uncomfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 69\u00b0F \/ 21\u00b0C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Phu Quoc Vietnam has rainy days in January. You can expect around 8 rainy days, with on average 0.8 inches \/ 20 mm of rain during the whole month.

But remember that rain can be short and heavy for many tropical locations, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

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The forecast for January 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.<\/div><\/p>

Things to see and do in Phu Quoc<\/h2>

Phu Quoc has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.<\/p>

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Shopping in Phu Quoc<\/h2>

Shopping on Phu Quoc Island mainly takes the form of street markets and quaint boutiques, where you can find not only fresh products but also locally grown pearls and unique handicrafts.
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\nDinh Cau Night Market and Duong Dong Market are often filled with sellers and buyers who bargain hard for all kinds of goods.<\/p>

Activities in Phu Quoc<\/h2>
Coi Nguon Museum<\/div>
Coi Nguon Museum is located near Long Beach, and you can visit to get a feel for the small island's history. There are also artifacts, paintings, and other items that date back to the 15th century on display. There is also a war memorial and prison museum displaying where Vietnamese soldiers were tortured during the war.<\/div>
Cooking class<\/div>
Take a cooking class, try out your cooking skills and learn how to make some of the local Vietnamese cuisines you enjoy.<\/div>
Beaches<\/div>
As it is an island, Phu Quoc is blessed with numerous immaculate beaches. The water is clear, warm, and perfect for swimming. If you are not interested in getting wet, you can relax by the beach in the warm sunshine instead.<\/div>
Phu Quoc night market<\/div>
One of the most interesting things to do in Phu Quoc is to visit its bustling night. It is open from 5 pm to 10 pm. You can either shop locally made items or visit any of the many restaurants selling freshly caught seafood.<\/div>
Pearl hunting<\/div>
Go Pearl hunting. Get a look at how sea pearls grow, are cleaned, and collected. You can also purchase some pearl gifts and souvenirs.<\/div>
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Restaurants in Phu Quoc<\/h2>

As fishing is the main source of income on Phu Quoc Island, you can enjoy a wide range of fresh seafood and regional specialities. There are also restaurants that serve authentic European, American and Asian dishes such as pasta, pizza, crepes and salads, as well as wines, beers and cocktails.
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  • il Muro Italiano Restaurant<\/li>
  • Nh\u00e0 Gh\u1eb9 Ph\u00fa Qu\u1ed1c (Seafood Restaurant)<\/li>
  • Saigonese Eatery<\/li>
  • Chu\u1ed3n Chu\u1ed3n Bistro & Bar<\/li><\/ul><\/p>

    More things to see in Phu Quoc<\/h2>
    National park<\/div>
    Although the national park takes up half of the island's area, it is a wonderful place to explore and observe the island's native fauna and flora. The lush foliage and rolling mountains are truly stunning sights.<\/div>
    Dinh Cau Rock<\/div>
    Just by the Duong Dong harbor, Dinh Cau Rock or Cau temple is a rock formation where local fishermen pray to the Sea Goddess, Thien Hau, before embarking on a fishing trip. There are a Buddhist shrine and colored lighthouse that makes the scene even more interesting.<\/div>
    Pepper farms<\/div>
    Phu Quoc is also known as the pepper island, as different types of unique peppers grow here. Besides tasting them in most of the local dishes, you can see how some of the best peppers in the world are grown in their multiple plantations.<\/div>
    Fish sauce factories<\/div>
    A major feature in Vietnamese cuisine is fish sauce. It is also one of the country's major exports, so a chance to see how this condiment is produced and manufactured is something most food lovers would enjoy.<\/div>
    Waterfalls<\/div>
    Phu Quoc has several stunning waterfalls that are only a few miles from Duong Dong, the capital of the island.<\/div>
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