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Dalian weather in January (Liaoning, China)

What's the typical weather in Dalian for January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Dalian includes very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Expect temperatures to climb to 2°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -4°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Dalian in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 9.9 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 197 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Dalian.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Dalian. June and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Dalian, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.9 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 57%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66%  

Where to go in China in January

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain. With a water temperature of around 2°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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