Climate
Weather in China in January
Weather in China, January
In January, China sees average highs of 2.2°C (36°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F), with around 2 mm of rain.
China — January
China → January
- Daytime high
- 2.2°C (36°F)
- Overnight low
- -7°C (19°F)
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Best-time rank
- Off-peak
How January compares
| This month | 2.2°C (36°F) / -7°C (19°F) · 2 mm |
|---|---|
| Yearly average | 18.8°C (66°F) / 8.3°C (47°F) · 59 mm |
January in China runs 16.6°C (29.9°F) cooler than the yearly average, and is drier than the yearly average. Pack winter clothing — it will be cold.
Common questions
What is the weather like in China in January?
Average highs of 2.2°C (36°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F), with around 2 mm of rain.
Is January a good time to visit China?
It is an off-peak month for comfort in China; April, May, September tend to be more pleasant.
Updated climate normals, 2025