Urumqi weather in January (Xinjiang, China)
Looking to travel to Urumqi in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In January, Urumqi generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -16°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.
Urumqi in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 8.8 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of snow are anticipated.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 187 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
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 in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Urumqi in January?
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 in January.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Urumqi.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to China? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in China. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
