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Hotan Weather in January

January in Hotan brings low temperatures around 2°C (36°F) during the day, dropping to -9°C (16°F) at night, with minimal snow/rainfall.

Rainfall in Hotan in January

You can typically expect 2 days of snow/rain this month, averaging around 2.6 mm (0.1 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Hotan in January

Daytime highs in Hotan in January reach 2°C (36°F), with nights around -9°C (16°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -9°C (16°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Hotan in January

With about 173 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Hotan in January

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during January. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hotan. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Hotan Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-9°C (16°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
53%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
173 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Best Places in China in January

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China in January →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Hotan in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hotan in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Hotan in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    2/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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