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Is the weather good in China in January 2026?
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CloudyFor the past few decades, the average daily temperatures in China during January have been around +48°F.
The weather differs across the China in January. You may encounter maximum temperatures of +48°F at noon in Sanya and +9°F in Harbin. So plan your activities, and packing, based on the individual locations rather than the country as a whole.
Temperature, wind and humidity in January
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
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+48°F
Avg. max. temperature
-42°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
31 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: China has good weather in January.
China in January – what city is the…
- rainiest? Ningbo, with an average of 2 mm of rain and humidity of 76%;
- warmest? Sanya, with daytime temperatures averaging +75°F;
- windiest? Quanzhou, with an average of 6 m/s;
- coolest? Harbin, with daytime temperatures averaging +9°F;
How good is the weather in China in January?
During January, the China usually offers good weather overall, with air pressure around 1014 HPa. This means you may encounter some rainy weather too – January brings around 106 mm of rain and winds averaging 2 m/s. Humidity ranges between 49% in Beijing and 85% in Guiyang. In general, it tends to be more humid near the sea and lake and drier inland.
How warm is it in China during January?
The weather is usually pretty good this time of year, with daytime temperatures around +48°F.
This is how hot it usually is in January
The average daily temperatures above don't tell you everything about how hot it can be in China. For example, cold nights can make a big difference for those staying in tents or unheated houses. Extra hot days, on the other hand, can make a big difference for those who plan to engage in demanding physical training or competition. So here are some more temperatures for January:
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
- Average maximum temperature for the month: +48°F;
- Average minimum temperature for the month: +36°F;
- Highest monthly temperature: +50°F;
- Lowest monthly temperature: +36°F;
Monthly temperatures:
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
- Warmest: July with an average +88°F during the day;
- Coldest: January with an average +48°F of the day;
- Hottest month in hottest city: May in Sanya;
- Coldest month in coolest city: January in Harbin;
Winds in China during January
Wind speed in China in January based on historical data:
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
January tends to offer light winds averaging 2 m/s. However, coastal cities may experience breezes during the mornings and afternoons.
Comparison between cities in January:
- Highest average wind speed: Quanzhou with 5 m/s;
- Lowest average wind speed: Beijing with 1 m/s;
- Windiest day of the month: Quanzhou with 6 m/s;
- The least windy day of the month: Beijing with 1 m/s;
Humidity and precipitation in China in January
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in China based on historical data:
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
January tends to be an extremely humid month with 74% humidity and 106 mm rainfall. In general the humidity tends to be a little lower in mountainous regions and more humid closer to water.
Comparison between cities in January:
Average
Beihai
Beijing
Changchun
Changsha
Chengdu
Chongqing
Dalian
Fuzhou
Guangzhou
Guiyang
Haikou
Hangzhou
Harbin
Kunming
Nanjing
Nanning
Ningbo
Qingdao
Quanzhou
Sanya
- Highest average rainfall: Ningbo with 70 mm;
- Lowest average rainfall: Beijing with 0 mm;
- Most number of rainy days: Nanning with 16 rainy days;
- Least number of rainy days: Beijing with 0 rainy days;
- Highest risk of rain during the day: Nanning with 52%;
- Least risk of rain during the day: Beijing with 0%;
- Highest average humidity: Guiyang with 85%;
- Lowest average humidity: Beijing with 49%;
Tips for traveling to China in January
Looking for some tips for traveling to the sun, snow, or whatever you're aiming for China? Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. In addition, it's important to pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees.
Here is some advice on what to pack and what kind of activities you can do in the China based on the weather that January is expected to bring. The advice applies to the country as a whole – local weather and possible activities may differ somewhat.
rainy, mild weather with light winds and very high humidity in January
Pack right for January
The weather makes a difference when it comes to packing - especially which items should go in your suitcase. The tips below are designed to help you pack light and right without carrying more than necessary.
- For light showers, an umbrella or a thin and light rain cape is usually sufficient, while more rain may require rainwear and rain boots.
- Cool weather is between warm and cold. This means you can bring long pants and/or a longer skirt and an extra sweater. Be aware that cool days can alternate with cold nights - it may be wise to also pack a hat, gloves and a scarf.
- Light winds are probably most comfortable in hot weather but is cooling in cool and cold weather. If it is hot (when the air temperature is about 30 degrees), the wind can have a warming effect. A thin, windproof jacket and long trousers help to counteract these effects.
- High humidity means that the air conducts heat to and from the skin more easily. For example, if the air is hot (above skin temperature), it will be harder to stay cool. On the other hand, if the air is cool or cold, it is more difficult to stay warm. In high humidity, the choice of clothing makes less of a difference. However, your physical activity plays a bigger role.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in China in January:
What can you do outside when it's warm in China?
Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
Is January a good time to visit China?
January is a really good time to go to China. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check other months when is a good time to visit China.
Monthly weather in China
Source of the data
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in China, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
