Urumqi weather in January (Xinjiang, China)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Urumqi during January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
January in Urumqi generally includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -16°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Urumqi in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 8.8 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of snow are anticipated.Average sunshine
The month brings about 187 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Urumqi. May, June and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Urumqi climate page with graphs.
Urumqi, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-16°C
Max Temperature
-7°C
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
8.8 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
80%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
187 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Urumqi should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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