Haikou weather in January (Hainan, China)

How is the weather in Haikou in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Haikou the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.

Haikou in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 110 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Haikou climate page with graphs.

 

Haikou, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 32%  

Where to go in China in January

Find out more about the weather in China in January and which places have the best weather 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 Haikou in January?

For visitors traveling to Haikou, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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